Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic FS25
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Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 215g - 109 x 62 x 31mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Superseded the Nikon S9100
- Later Model is Nikon S9500
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009

Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic FS25, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the S9300 (16MP) and FS25 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S9300 was introduced 3 years after the FS25 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the S9300 grades against the FS25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S9300 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9300 over the Panasonic FS25
S9300 | FS25 | |||
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Announced | July 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 43 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Nikon S9300
FS25 | S9300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S9300 and Panasonic FS25
S9300 | FS25 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S9300 has exterior measurements 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 FS25 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic FS25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S9300 versus the FS25.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S9300 and FS25 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S9300 and FS25.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon S9300 to produce more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger S9300 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-07-16 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.9 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215 grams (0.47 pounds) | 148 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 62 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $249 | $230 |