Nikon P330 vs Panasonic SZ3

Here, we are looking at the Nikon P330 versus Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the P330 (12MP) and SZ3 (16MP) and the P330 (1/1.7") and SZ3 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The P330 was brought out 2 months after the SZ3 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the P330 matches up vs the SZ3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P330 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P330 Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P330 features outer measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ3 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the P330 against the SZ3.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the P330 and SZ3 is 92 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P330 and SZ3.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The P330 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic SZ3 will produce extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively.