Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S620
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Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S620 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S4300 and Nikon S620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both built by Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the S4300 (16MP) and S620 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S4300 was announced 3 years after the S620 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the S4300 matches up versus the S620 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S620 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Nikon Coolpix S620. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Nikon S620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Nikon S620
S4300 | S620 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | February 2009 | More modern by 37 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Nikon S4300
S620 | S4300 |
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Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Nikon S620
S4300 | S620 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S620 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4300 provides physical dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon S620 has measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S4300 and Nikon S620 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S4300 and the S620.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4300 and S620 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S620 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S4300 and S620.
As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S4300 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer S4300 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S620 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S620 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Nikon Coolpix S620 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Nikon Coolpix S620 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/2.7-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 139 grams (0.31 pounds) | 120 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 life | 180 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $119 | $37 |