Nikon S33 vs Panasonic FH8

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon S33 versus Panasonic FH8, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the FH8 (16MP) is relatively similar but the S33 (1/3.1") and FH8 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The S33 was announced 3 years after the FH8 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the S33 scores vs the FH8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S33 Gallery and Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S33 has got outer dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH8 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Nikon S33 versus Panasonic FH8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the S33 against the FH8.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S33 and FH8 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S33 and FH8.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S33 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic FH8 will deliver extra detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger S33 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.