Nikon S33 vs Panasonic ZS35

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Nikon S33 and Panasonic ZS35, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is pretty similar but the S33 (1/3.1") and ZS35 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The S33 was introduced 14 months after the ZS35 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the S33 scores vs the ZS35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S33 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S33 enjoys physical 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 ZS35 has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S33 and Panasonic ZS35 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the S33 versus the ZS35.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S33 and ZS35 is 91 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S33 and ZS35.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S33 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic ZS35 will offer you greater detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern S33 should have an advantage in sensor technology.