Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic S3
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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic S3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2011
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic S3 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Nikon S6300 and Panasonic S3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the S3 (14MP) is very close and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe S6300 was unveiled 14 months later than the S3 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S6300 grades against the S3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic S3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S6300 Gallery & Panasonic S3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Panasonic S3
S6300 | S3 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | January 2011 | More recent by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S3 over the Nikon S6300
S3 | S6300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Panasonic S3
S6300 | S3 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic S3 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S6300 has got external dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S6300 and Panasonic S3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S6300 versus the S3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and S3 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic S3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The photograph here will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6300 and S3.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S6300 to result in extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S6300 provides an edge in sensor tech.
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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic S3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 117 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | 250 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $200 | $110 |