Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic FH7

Here is a extensive review of the Nikon S6300 and Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the FH7 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6300 was unveiled 5 months later than the FH7 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S6300 grades vs the FH7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The full galleries are available at Nikon S6300 Gallery & Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S6300 offers outer measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic FH7 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S6300 and the FH7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and FH7 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6300 and FH7.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images although you will need to factor the age of the cameras into account.