Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH2
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS16

Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH2 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Nikon S3300 and Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S3300 was brought out 14 months after the FH2 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the S3300 scores against the FH2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S3300 Gallery & Panasonic FH2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Panasonic FH2
S3300 | FH2 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 14 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Nikon S3300
FH2 | S3300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Panasonic FH2
S3300 | FH2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S3300 has got external dimensions 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 FH2 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S3300 and Panasonic FH2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S3300 against the FH2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S3300 and FH2 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The picture below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3300 and FH2.
Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon S3300 to deliver greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer S3300 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS16 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128g (0.28 lb) | 121g (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 shots | 270 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $99 | $149 |