Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS30

Below is a thorough overview of the Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6300 was introduced 11 months before the ZS30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S6300 matches up against the ZS30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6300 enjoys external measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the S6300 and the ZS30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and ZS30 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The visual here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S6300 and ZS30.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS30 to show greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older S6300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.