Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FS25
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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-FS25 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25/Panasonic-FS25-front.jpg)
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FS25 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
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
The following is a extended assessment of the Nikon S3300 versus Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the S3300 (16MP) and FS25 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The S3300 was unveiled 3 years after the FS25 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the S3300 matches up vs the FS25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Panasonic FS25
S3300 | FS25 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 37 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Nikon S3300
FS25 | S3300 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Panasonic FS25
S3300 | FS25 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S3300 has outside dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS25 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S3300 versus Panasonic FS25 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)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the S3300 compared to the FS25.
![Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3300 and FS25 is 96 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FS25 top view buttons comparison Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FS25 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3300 and FS25.
As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S3300 to show more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher S3300 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
![Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FS25 sensor size comparison Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FS25 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3300-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-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 FS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
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) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128 gr (0.28 lbs) | 148 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $99 | $230 |