Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7
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![Nikon Coolpix S3300 front Nikon Coolpix S3300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S3300/Nikon-S3300-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH7/Panasonic-FH7-front.jpg)
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 19mm
- Introduced September 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS22
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7 Overview
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.
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Panasonic FH7
S3300 | FH7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Nikon S3300
FH7 | S3300 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Panasonic FH7
S3300 | FH7 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | September 2011 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7 size comparison Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH7-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3300 and FH7 is 96 and 96 respectively.
![Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7 top view buttons comparison Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH7-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7 sensor size comparison Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH7-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH7-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FH7 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-FS22 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2011-09-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128 gr (0.28 lb) | 126 gr (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 images | 260 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $99 | $149 |