Nikon B700 vs Nikon S3300

The following is a in depth assessment of the Nikon B700 versus Nikon S3300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are offered by Nikon. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the B700 (20MP) and S3300 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The B700 was announced 4 years after the S3300 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S3300 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the B700 scores vs the S3300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B700 and Nikon Coolpix S3300. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon B700 Gallery and Nikon S3300 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon B700 comes with exterior dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3300 has specifications of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Nikon B700 versus Nikon S3300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the B700 versus the S3300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the B700 and S3300 is 65 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the B700 and S3300.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon B700 to offer you more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern B700 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.