Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS10
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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS10 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
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22

Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS10 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S6300 was manufactured 13 months later than the ZS10 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the S6300 scores against the ZS10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Panasonic ZS10
S6300 | ZS10 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Nikon S6300
ZS10 | S6300 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Panasonic ZS10
S6300 | ZS10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS10 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S6300 has got outer dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS10 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the S6300 vs the ZS10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and ZS10 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The photograph here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6300 and ZS10.
To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S6300 to result in extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher S6300 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2011-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 219 gr (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | 260 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 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 | One | One |
Retail price | $200 | $350 |