Panasonic S3 vs Sony A99 II

Lets look closer at the Panasonic S3 and Sony A99 II, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S3 (14MP) and A99 II (42MP) and the S3 (1/2.3") and A99 II (Full frame) possess different sensor measurements.

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The S3 was revealed 6 years earlier than the A99 II which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S3 being a Compact camera and the Sony A99 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S3 matches up versus the A99 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 and Sony Alpha A99 II. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S3 Gallery and Sony A99 II Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S3 has outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony A99 II has dimensions of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S3 and Sony A99 II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S3 against the A99 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S3 and A99 II is 96 and 57 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The image underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3 and A99 II.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S3 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A99 II will render extra detail because of its extra 28MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged S3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.