Nikon S3300 vs Sony WX30

Following is a thorough comparison of the Nikon S3300 versus Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S3300 was announced 7 months after the WX30 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the S3300 grades vs the WX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3300 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3300 has external 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) whilst the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S3300 versus Sony WX30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S3300 against the WX30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3300 and WX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The image below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3300 and WX30.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of files but you should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent S3300 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.