Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic S1

Here is a extended analysis of the Nikon S3300 versus Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the S3300 (16MP) and S1 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S3300 was manufactured 14 months later than the S1 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S3300 scores versus the S1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3300 has outer measurements 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 S1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S3300 versus Panasonic S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S3300 vs the S1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3300 and S1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The visual below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3300 and S1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S3300 to result in greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern S3300 will have a benefit in sensor tech.