Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FH10
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FH10 Key Specs
(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
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 18mm
- Announced January 2013

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FH10 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon S620 and Panasonic FH10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the S620 (12MP) and FH10 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S620 was introduced 4 years before the FH10 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S620 matches up vs the FH10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FH10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S620 Gallery & Panasonic FH10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Panasonic FH10
S620 | FH10 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH10 over the Nikon S620
FH10 | S620 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 47 months |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Panasonic FH10
S620 | FH10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FH10 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S620 enjoys exterior dimensions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic FH10 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S620 and Panasonic FH10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the S620 vs the FH10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S620 and FH10 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FH10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The visual underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S620 and FH10.
To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH10 to show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older S620 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FH10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FH10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 pounds) | 103 gr (0.23 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 94 x 54 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $37 | $110 |