Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic FZ300

Lets look a little more in depth at the Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9100 was brought out 5 years before the FZ300 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S9100 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S9100 matches up vs the FZ300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S9100 Gallery & Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9100 provides outside dimensions of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ300 has measurements of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S9100 vs Panasonic FZ300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S9100 versus the FZ300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S9100 and FZ300 is 91 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The pic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9100 and FZ300.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files however you should always take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged S9100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.