Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS10

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").

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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.

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.

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.

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.