Nikon S1000pj vs Sony W620

Its time to look more closely at the Nikon S1000pj and Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the W620 (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was manufactured 3 years earlier than the W620 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S1000pj scores against the W620 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1000pj offers outside dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S1000pj and Sony W620 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S1000pj versus the W620.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S1000pj and W620 is 94 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1000pj and W620.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony W620 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The older S1000pj will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.