Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic LF1

In this article, we are analyzing the Nikon S9300 and Panasonic LF1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the S9300 (16MP) and LF1 (12MP) and the S9300 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The S9300 was revealed 16 months before the LF1 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S9300 grades versus the LF1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S9300 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9300 provides physical measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic LF1 has proportions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check the Nikon S9300 and Panasonic LF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the S9300 and the LF1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9300 and LF1 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9300 and LF1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S9300 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Nikon S9300 will show more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged S9300 will be behind in sensor technology.