Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS60
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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS60 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)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 282g - 112 x 64 x 38mm
- Introduced January 2016
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ80
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS50
- Updated by Panasonic ZS70
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S6300 versus Panasonic ZS60, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe S6300 was introduced 4 years before the ZS60 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S6300 matches up vs the ZS60 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Panasonic ZS60
S6300 | ZS60 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS60 over the Nikon S6300
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Introduced | January 2016 | February 2012 | Newer by 47 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Panasonic ZS60
S6300 | ZS60 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6300 features exterior measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS60 has dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S6300 versus Panasonic ZS60 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S6300 vs the ZS60.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6300 and ZS60 is 94 and 88 respectively.
Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The image underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S6300 and ZS60.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS60 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged S6300 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S6300 vs Panasonic ZS60 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ80 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2016-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 lb) | 282g (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 112 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 37 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 109 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | 320 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $200 | $248 |