Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FX700
96 Imaging
34 Features
20 Overall
28


94 Imaging
36 Features
44 Overall
39
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FX700 Key Specs
(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
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Revealed July 2010

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FX700 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon S620 versus Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S620 was unveiled 17 months prior to the FX700 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the S620 grades against the FX700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FX700 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S620 Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Panasonic FX700
S620 | FX700 |
---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Nikon S620
FX700 | S620 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | July 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 17 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Panasonic FX700
S620 | FX700 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FX700 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S620 comes with outside dimensions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic FX700 has measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S620 versus Panasonic FX700 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S620 versus the FX700.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S620 and FX700 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FX700 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The photograph below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S620 and FX700.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic FX700 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older S620 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FX700 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FX700 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/2.2-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 lb) | 176 gr (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $37 | $399 |