Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ10

Below, we are contrasting the Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the SZ10 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S9300 grades versus the SZ10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S9300 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need 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) while the Panasonic SZ10 has sizing of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the S9300 vs the SZ10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S9300 and SZ10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S9300 and SZ10.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images however you should really take the age of the cameras into account. The older S9300 will be behind in sensor technology.