Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7

Below is a thorough assessment of the Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the FH7 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S3300 was announced 5 months later than the FH7 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the S3300 matches up against the FH7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3300 has got outside dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH7 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S3300 compared to the FH7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3300 and FH7 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The graphic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S3300 and FH7.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of photos but you should factor the production date of the products into consideration.