Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic F5

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon S3300 versus Panasonic F5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the F5 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S3300 was introduced 11 months prior to the F5 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S3300 matches up against the F5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S3300 Gallery & Panasonic F5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3300 comes with external measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic F5 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S3300 vs the F5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S3300 and F5 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3300 and F5.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon S3300 to give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older S3300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.