Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic SZ1
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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic SZ1 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2012

Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S6300 was brought out within a month of the SZ1 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S6300 grades vs the SZ1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Panasonic SZ1
S6300 | SZ1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Nikon S6300
SZ1 | S6300 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Panasonic SZ1
S6300 | SZ1 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6300 has got outer dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic SZ1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the S6300 vs the SZ1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and SZ1 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The pic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6300 and SZ1.
All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos however you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration.

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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 131g (0.29 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 All around 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 images | 250 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $200 | $179 |