Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic S3

Here is a in depth analysis of the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic S3, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and S3 (14MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and S3 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z7 II was announced 9 years later than the S3 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S3 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Z7 II scores vs the S3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Panasonic S3 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 II features outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Panasonic S3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic S3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Z7 II versus the S3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Z7 II and S3 is 61 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 II and S3.

As you can see, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z7 II will render more detail with its extra 32 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer Z7 II will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.