Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic FX580

Let's examine more closely at the Nikon S3300 versus Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the S3300 (16MP) and FX580 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S3300 was brought out 3 years after the FX580 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S3300 matches up versus the FX580 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3300 enjoys outer 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 FX580 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S3300 versus Panasonic FX580 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S3300 vs the FX580.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3300 and FX580 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The image underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S3300 and FX580.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon S3300 to offer extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer S3300 should have an edge in sensor tech.