Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FX75

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon S620 versus Panasonic FX75, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S620 was introduced 16 months before the FX75 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S620 scores vs the FX75 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S620 Gallery & Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S620 has got physical measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX75 has specifications of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S620 versus Panasonic FX75 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S620 vs the FX75.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S620 and FX75 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S620 and FX75.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FX75 to give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older S620 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.