Nikon S33 vs Panasonic LX3

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Nikon S33 versus Panasonic LX3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the S33 (13MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the S33 (1/3.1") and LX3 (1/1.63") offer different sensor measurements.

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The S33 was brought out 6 years later than the LX3 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the S33 grades vs the LX3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S33 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S33 Gallery & Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S33 enjoys physical measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Panasonic LX3 has measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S33 vs the LX3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S33 and LX3 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The visual underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S33 and LX3.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S33 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Nikon S33 will deliver extra detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent S33 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.