Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS70
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS70 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
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 322g - 112 x 67 x 41mm
- Launched April 2017
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ90
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS60
- Successor is Panasonic ZS80
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS70 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon S3300 and Panasonic ZS70, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe S3300 was brought out 6 years prior to the ZS70 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the S3300 scores against the ZS70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS70 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S3300 Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Panasonic ZS70
S3300 | ZS70 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS70 over the Nikon S3300
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Launched | April 2017 | February 2012 | Newer by 63 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Panasonic ZS70
S3300 | ZS70 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing |
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS70 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S3300 provides external dimensions 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 ZS70 has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S3300 and Panasonic ZS70 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S3300 vs the ZS70.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3300 and ZS70 is 96 and 87 respectively.
Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS70 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specs. The pic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S3300 and ZS70.
All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS70 to result in extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged S3300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS70 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ90 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2017-04-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128g (0.28 pounds) | 322g (0.71 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 112 x 67 x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 shots | 380 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $99 | $450 |