Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ7
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Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ7 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
- Released July 2012
- Superseded the Nikon S9100
- New Model is Nikon S9500
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2012

Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ7 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon S9300 and Panasonic SZ7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S9300 was brought out 7 months later than the SZ7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S9300 matches up vs the SZ7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ7 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S9300 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9300 over the Panasonic SZ7
S9300 | SZ7 | |||
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Announced | July 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 7 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Nikon S9300
SZ7 | S9300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S9300 and Panasonic SZ7
S9300 | SZ7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S9300 comes with outer measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ7 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S9300 and Panasonic SZ7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S9300 compared to the SZ7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S9300 and SZ7 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S9300 and SZ7.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon S9300 to produce extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S9300 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

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Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-07-16 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.9 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash options | 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215 gr (0.47 lbs) | 133 gr (0.29 lbs) |
Physical 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 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 photographs | 220 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $249 | $199 |