Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic FX580

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon S9300 versus Panasonic FX580, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the S9300 (16MP) and FX580 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was revealed 3 years after the FX580 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S9300 matches up versus the FX580 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S9300 Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S9300 provides outer measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic FX580 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S9300 versus Panasonic FX580 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S9300 vs the FX580.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S9300 and FX580 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The picture below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9300 and FX580.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon S9300 to give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern S9300 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.