Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic SZ7

The following is a extended review of the Nikon S6300 and Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6300 was released within a month of the SZ7 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S6300 scores against the SZ7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6300 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6300 features outside measurements 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 SZ7 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S6300 compared to the SZ7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and SZ7 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The pic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S6300 and SZ7.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S6300 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively.