Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ1
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![Nikon Coolpix S9300 front Nikon Coolpix S9300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S9300/Nikon-S9300-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ1/Panasonic-SZ1-front.jpg)
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Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 215g - 109 x 62 x 31mm
- Launched July 2012
- Superseded the Nikon S9100
- Replacement is Nikon S9500
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2012
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Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon S9300 and Panasonic SZ1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S9300 was released 7 months later than the SZ1 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the S9300 matches up versus the SZ1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S9300 Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9300 over the Panasonic SZ1
S9300 | SZ1 | |||
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Introduced | July 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 7 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Nikon S9300
SZ1 | S9300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S9300 and Panasonic SZ1
S9300 | SZ1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S9300 offers exterior dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S9300 and Panasonic SZ1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S9300 vs the SZ1.
![Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ1 size comparison Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ1-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S9300 and SZ1 is 91 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ1 top view buttons comparison Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9300 and SZ1.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer S9300 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
![Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ1 sensor size comparison Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-07-16 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.9fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215 grams (0.47 lb) | 131 grams (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 109 x 62 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | 250 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $249 | $179 |