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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic S2

Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
32
Overall
36
Nikon Coolpix S3300 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
29
Overall
33

Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic S2 Key Specs

Nikon S3300
(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
Panasonic S2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
  • 112g - 98 x 57 x 21mm
  • Introduced January 2012
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic S2 Overview

The following is a detailed review of the Nikon S3300 versus Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the S2 (14MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3300 was unveiled very close to the S2 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S3300 scores versus the S2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Panasonic S2

 S3300 S2 
Focus manually Dial precise focus

Reasons to pick Panasonic S2 over the Nikon S3300

 S2 S3300 

Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Panasonic S2

 S3300 S2 
IntroducedFebruary 2012January 2012Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display measurements
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic S2 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3300 features outer dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S3300 versus Panasonic S2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the S3300 compared to the S2.

Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic S2 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S3300 and S2 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic S2 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic S2 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching specs. The image below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S3300 and S2.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S3300 to render more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively.

Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic S2 sensor size comparison

Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic S2 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon S3300
Portrait photography with Panasonic S2
40
has manual focus
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
offers face detect focusing
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
33
good resolution (14 megapixels)
offers face detect autofocus
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S3300 Street photography advice
Panasonic S2 Street photography advice
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (128 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (112 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S3300 Sports photography factors
Panasonic S2 Sports photography factors
40
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
bad battery power (180 shots)
doesn't have phase detect AF
39
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
good battery pack (280 CIPA)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S3300
Travel photography with Panasonic S2
66
lighter than competition (128g)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse mode
bad battery power (180 shots)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
70
good battery pack (280 CIPA)
lighter than competition in class (112g)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S3300
Landscape photography with Panasonic S2
41
has manual focus
rather wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not available
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
bad battery power (180 CIPA)
no Time Lapse mode
41
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
good battery pack (280 CIPA)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S3300 Vlogging details
Panasonic S2 Vlogging details
33
rather wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focusing
lighter than competition (128 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic jack
32
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect autofocus
lighter than competition in class (112g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic socket
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic S2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S3300 and Panasonic S2
 Nikon Coolpix S3300Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2
General Information
Make Nikon Panasonic
Model Nikon Coolpix S3300 Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2012-02-01 2012-01-09
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 23
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type 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 distance 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 3.30 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4 Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 128g (0.28 lb) 112g (0.25 lb)
Dimensions 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") 98 x 57 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8")
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 shots 280 shots
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL19 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at release $99 $109