Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS3

The following is a in-depth overview of the Nikon S9900 versus Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the S9900 (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S9900 was launched 5 years after the ZS3 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S9900 matches up versus the ZS3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9900 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S9900 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9900 enjoys physical dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the S9900 against the ZS3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S9900 and ZS3 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The image here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S9900 and ZS3.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon S9900 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S9900 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.