Nikon S620 vs Panasonic FX78

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon S620 and Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S620 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the FX78 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the S620 matches up versus the FX78 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S620 Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S620 comes with physical 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) while the Panasonic FX78 has dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S620 and the FX78.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S620 and FX78 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S620 and FX78.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of images however you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged S620 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.