Nikon S33 vs Panasonic FH27

On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon S33 vs Panasonic FH27, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the FH27 (16MP) is pretty similar but the S33 (1/3.1") and FH27 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The S33 was announced 4 years later than the FH27 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S33 scores vs the FH27 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S33 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S33 Gallery & Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S33 offers physical measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH27 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S33 against the FH27.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S33 and FH27 is 91 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S33 and FH27.

As you can see, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S33 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic FH27 will deliver more detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer S33 provides a benefit in sensor tech.