Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic ZS70
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Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic ZS70 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
- Released July 2012
- Old Model is Nikon S9100
- Updated by Nikon S9500
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 322g - 112 x 67 x 41mm
- Launched April 2017
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ90
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS60
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS80
Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic ZS70 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon S9300 and Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S9300 was released 5 years before the ZS70 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the S9300 grades versus the ZS70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic ZS70 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S9300 Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9300 over the Panasonic ZS70
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS70 over the Nikon S9300
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Launched | April 2017 | July 2012 | Newer by 57 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Clearer screen (+119k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S9300 and Panasonic ZS70
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size |
Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic ZS70 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S9300 comes with physical measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS70 has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S9300 and Panasonic ZS70 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the S9300 versus the ZS70.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S9300 and ZS70 is 91 and 87 respectively.
Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic ZS70 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S9300 and ZS70.
As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS70 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged S9300 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic ZS70 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S9300 vs Panasonic ZS70 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ90 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-07-16 | 2017-04-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 49 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.9 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215 grams (0.47 pounds) | 322 grams (0.71 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 62 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 112 x 67 x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
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 images | 380 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $249 | $450 |