Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic S3

Below is a in depth comparison of the Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic S3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the S3 (14MP) is very similar but the P7800 (1/1.7") and S3 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The P7800 was brought out 2 years later than the S3 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the P7800 scores vs the S3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Panasonic S3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7800 features outer measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") along with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Panasonic S3 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic S3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the P7800 versus the S3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P7800 and S3 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P7800 and S3.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The P7800 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic S3 will offer you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher P7800 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.