Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS45

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS45, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S6300 was introduced 3 years prior to the ZS45 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S6300 matches up vs the ZS45 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6300 Gallery & Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6300 has got external dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS45 has measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS45 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the S6300 against the ZS45.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and ZS45 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The visual here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6300 and ZS45.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos but you should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older S6300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.