Nikon P330 vs Panasonic SZ8
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Nikon P330 vs Panasonic SZ8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Released March 2013
- Previous Model is Nikon P310
- Replacement is Nikon P340
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2014
Nikon P330 vs Panasonic SZ8 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon P330 versus Panasonic SZ8, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the P330 (12MP) and SZ8 (16MP) and the P330 (1/1.7") and SZ8 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe P330 was revealed 10 months prior to the SZ8 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the P330 grades against the SZ8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon P330 vs Panasonic SZ8 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P330 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P330 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P330 over the Panasonic SZ8
P330 | SZ8 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the Nikon P330
SZ8 | P330 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | March 2013 | Fresher by 10 months |
Common features in the Nikon P330 and Panasonic SZ8
P330 | SZ8 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon P330 vs Panasonic SZ8 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P330 comes with exterior measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ8 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check the Nikon P330 versus Panasonic SZ8 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the P330 against the SZ8.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the P330 and SZ8 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Nikon P330 vs Panasonic SZ8 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P330 and SZ8.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P330 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic SZ8 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The older P330 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon P330 vs Panasonic SZ8 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P330 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P330 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-03-04 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-5.6 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720p (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 200g (0.44 lbs) | 159g (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 213 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | 200 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $500 | $275 |