Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic SZ5
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic SZ5 Key Specs
Nikon S3300
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(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
- Launched February 2012
Panasonic SZ5
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(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Announced July 2012
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Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon S3300 versus Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S3300 matches up versus the SZ5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Panasonic SZ5
| S3300 | SZ5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Nikon S3300
| SZ5 | S3300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Panasonic SZ5
| S3300 | SZ5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2012 |  | July 2012 | Same age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3300 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ5 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S3300 versus Panasonic SZ5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S3300 versus the SZ5.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3300 and SZ5 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S3300 and SZ5.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon S3300 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively.
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Portrait Comparison
Nikon S3300 Portrait photography info
Panasonic SZ5 Portrait photography info
has manual focus
decent MP (16 megapixels)
comes with face detection focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
decent MP (14 megapixels)
offers face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Nikon S3300 Street photography features
Panasonic SZ5 Street photography features
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (128 grams)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (136g)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Nikon S3300 Sports photography information
Panasonic SZ5 Sports photography information
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
bad battery power (180 per charge)
no phase detect auto focus
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
offers tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Nikon S3300 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic SZ5 as a Travel photography camera
lighter than average in class (128g)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (26mm)
no Timelapse recording
bad battery power (180 per charge)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
lighter than competition in class (136g)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (25mm)
very long zoom (250mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.1)
Photography GlossaryLandscape Comparison
Nikon S3300 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic SZ5 as a Landscape photography camera
has manual focus
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
bad battery power (180 per charge)
no Timelapse recording
reasonably wide (25mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Nikon S3300 Vlogging details
Panasonic SZ5 Vlogging details
really wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focus
lighter than average in class (128 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone socket
reasonably wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect autofocus
lighter than competition in class (136g)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic socket
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2012-07-18 |
| 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Screen LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB 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) | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| 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 pounds) | 136g (0.30 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 photographs | 250 photographs |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $99 | $195 |