Nikon S3300 vs Panasonic ZS8

Following is a detailed comparison of the Nikon S3300 versus Panasonic ZS8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S3300 was unveiled 7 months after the ZS8 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S3300 matches up against the ZS8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S3300 features outer dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS8 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S3300 versus Panasonic ZS8 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S3300 against the ZS8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3300 and ZS8 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The picture underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3300 and ZS8.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S3300 to produce more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The newer S3300 provides an edge in sensor tech.