Nikon S3300 vs Sony S950

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon S3300 and Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the S3300 (16MP) and S950 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3300 was released 2 years after the S950 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S3300 scores against the S950 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3300 provides physical measurements 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 Sony S950 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S3300 and Sony S950 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S3300 and the S950.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3300 and S950 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S3300 and S950.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S3300 to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern S3300 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.