Nikon S33 vs Panasonic SZ10

Let's look closer at the Nikon S33 vs Panasonic SZ10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the S33 (1/3.1") and SZ10 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The S33 was manufactured 2 months later than the SZ10 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S33 grades versus the SZ10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S33 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S33 features outer dimensions 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 SZ10 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S33 vs Panasonic SZ10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S33 vs the SZ10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S33 and SZ10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through specs. The visual underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S33 and SZ10.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S33 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic SZ10 will give more detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively.