Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS35
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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS35 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
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Released January 2014
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS30
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS40

Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview
The following is a thorough comparison of the Nikon S6300 versus Panasonic ZS35, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S6300 was manufactured 23 months before the ZS35 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S6300 grades against the ZS35 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS35 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6300 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Panasonic ZS35
S6300 | ZS35 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Nikon S6300
ZS35 | S6300 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 23 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Panasonic ZS35
S6300 | ZS35 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S6300 has outer measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS35 has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S6300 versus Panasonic ZS35 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S6300 compared to the ZS35.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S6300 and ZS35 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The pic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S6300 and ZS35.
All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images however you will need to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged S6300 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ55 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
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 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 21 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 305g (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" 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 pictures | - |
Battery format | 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 |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $200 | $300 |