Nikon S620 vs Panasonic 3D1

Here is a complete review of the Nikon S620 and Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S620 was released 3 years prior to the 3D1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the S620 matches up against the 3D1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S620 Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S620 provides physical dimensions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic 3D1 has specifications of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S620 vs the 3D1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S620 and 3D1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S620 and 3D1.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of images though you have to consider the age of the products into consideration. The older S620 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.