Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic FH25

Below, we are comparing the Nikon S9300 versus Panasonic FH25, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was unveiled 19 months later than the FH25 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S9300 matches up against the FH25 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The full galleries are available at Nikon S9300 Gallery & Panasonic FH25 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9300 provides outside dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH25 has proportions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the S9300 versus the FH25.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S9300 and FH25 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9300 and FH25.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files although you may want to take the age of the cameras into account. The newer S9300 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.