Nikon S33 vs Sony WX5

Below is a thorough analysis of the Nikon S33 vs Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the S33 (1/3.1") and WX5 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S33 was brought out 4 years later than the WX5 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S33 matches up against the WX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S33 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S33 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S33 has got physical measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony WX5 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S33 and the WX5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S33 and WX5 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S33 and WX5.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S33 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Nikon S33 will provide more detail having its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern S33 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.