Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic FX78

On this page, we are comparing the Nikon S6300 versus Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the S6300 (16MP) and FX78 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S6300 was announced 13 months later than the FX78 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S6300 matches up versus the FX78 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S6300 offers outside 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 FX78 has specifications of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Nikon S6300 versus Panasonic FX78 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S6300 vs the FX78.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and FX78 is 94 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6300 and FX78.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S6300 to deliver extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The younger S6300 should have an advantage in sensor technology.