Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon S1000pj
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Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Announced May 2016
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched August 2009

Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon S1000pj, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and S1000pj (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX620 HS was launched 6 years after the S1000pj which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX620 HS grades versus the S1000pj with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Nikon S1000pj Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Nikon S1000pj
SX620 HS | S1000pj | |||
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Launched | May 2016 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 83 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Canon SX620 HS
S1000pj | SX620 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Nikon S1000pj
SX620 HS | S1000pj | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX620 HS comes with outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1000pj has dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon S1000pj in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SX620 HS and the S1000pj.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX620 HS and S1000pj is 93 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX620 HS and S1000pj.
Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX620 HS to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent SX620 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon S1000pj Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2016-05-10 | 2009-08-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | Expeed |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-625mm (25.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.6 | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.5fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182g (0.40 lbs) | 175g (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $279 | $289 |