Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic LX5

On this page, we are comparing the Nikon S3300 versus Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the S3300 (16MP) and LX5 (10MP) and the S3300 (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The S3300 was introduced 2 months later than the LX5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S3300 scores vs the LX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3300 has got outer dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic LX5 has proportions of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check the Nikon S3300 versus Panasonic LX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S3300 vs the LX5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S3300 and LX5 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S3300 and LX5.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S3300 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Nikon S3300 will provide extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively.