Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon S3300

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon SX170 IS versus Nikon S3300, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the S3300 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was released 19 months later than the S3300 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX170 IS grades vs the S3300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Nikon Coolpix S3300. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Nikon S3300 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX170 IS comes with outer dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Nikon S3300 has measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX170 IS versus the S3300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX170 IS and S3300 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX170 IS and S3300.

Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX170 IS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.