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Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S620

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
 
Nikon Coolpix S620 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S620 Key Specs

Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump 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
  • Revealed August 2009
Nikon S620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
  • 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
  • Introduced February 2009
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Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S620 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. The resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the S620 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was unveiled 7 months after the S620 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S1000pj matches up against the S620 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photography Glossary
	
	

Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Nikon S620

 S1000pj S620 
IntroducedAugust 2009February 2009Newer by 7 months

Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Nikon S1000pj

 S620 S1000pj 

Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Nikon S620

 S1000pj S620 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen size
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S620 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S1000pj offers outer measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon S620 has sizing of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S620 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the S1000pj versus the S620.

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S620 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and S620 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S620 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S620 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and S620.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger S1000pj will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S620 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S620 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Portrait photography details
Nikon S620 Portrait photography details
21
no manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
21
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Street photography information
Nikon S620 Street photography information
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (120 grams)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Sports photography factors
Nikon S620 Sports photography factors
34
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S1000pj
Travel photography with Nikon S620
57
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
low MP (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
62
lighter than average (120g)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse function
low resolution (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Landscape photography factors
Nikon S620 Landscape photography factors
32
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
32
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Vlogging factors
Nikon S620 Vlogging factors
28
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone socket
31
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (120 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
missing mic socket
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Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1000pj and Nikon S620
 Nikon Coolpix S1000pjNikon Coolpix S620
General Information
Company Nikon Nikon
Model Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Nikon Coolpix S620
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-08-04 2009-02-03
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Highest boosted ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/2.7-5.8
Macro focus distance 3cm 2cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash modes - Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None 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 175 gr (0.39 lbs) 120 gr (0.26 lbs)
Physical dimensions 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 model EN-EL12 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes Yes (3 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $289 $37