Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic LX3
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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic LX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-60mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 265g - 109 x 60 x 27mm
- Revealed November 2008
- Replacement is Panasonic LX5
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic LX3 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Nikon S6300 versus Panasonic LX3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the S6300 (16MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the S6300 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") come with totally different sensor measurements.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe S6300 was announced 3 years later than the LX3 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the S6300 matches up against the LX3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic LX3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Panasonic LX3
S6300 | LX3 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | November 2008 | Fresher by 40 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX3 over the Nikon S6300
LX3 | S6300 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Panasonic LX3
S6300 | LX3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic LX3 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S6300 has exterior dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic LX3 has specifications of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S6300 versus Panasonic LX3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the S6300 compared to the LX3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and LX3 is 94 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic LX3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The photograph below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6300 and LX3.
Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S6300 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Nikon S6300 will offer you greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern S6300 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic LX3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2008-11-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 24-60mm (2.5x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.0-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 8.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (HD 24 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (10fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 lbs) | 265g (0.58 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 109 x 60 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 39 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 94 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $449 |