Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic TS25
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32 Overall
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95 Imaging
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic TS25 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2013
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT25

Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic TS25 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S3300 and Panasonic TS25, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S3300 was brought out 11 months earlier than the TS25 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S3300 scores versus the TS25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic TS25 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S3300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S3300 Gallery & Panasonic TS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Panasonic TS25
S3300 | TS25 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Nikon S3300
TS25 | S3300 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Panasonic TS25
S3300 | TS25 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic TS25 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3300 offers external dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic TS25 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S3300 and Panasonic TS25 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S3300 versus the TS25.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S3300 and TS25 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic TS25 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3300 and TS25.
As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images however you should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged S3300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT25 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | 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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128 gr (0.28 lb) | 144 gr (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" 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 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $99 | $180 |