Nikon S620 vs Panasonic LF1
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic LF1 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
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Introduced November 2013
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic LF1 Overview
Lets look closer at the Nikon S620 vs Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the S620 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") possess different sensor sizing.
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe S620 was released 5 years prior to the LF1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S620 grades against the LF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic LF1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S620 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Panasonic LF1
S620 | LF1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Nikon S620
LF1 | S620 | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | February 2009 | More recent by 58 months | |
Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Panasonic LF1
S620 | LF1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic LF1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S620 features outside dimensions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic LF1 has sizing of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S620 vs Panasonic LF1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the S620 against the LF1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S620 and LF1 is 96 and 92 respectively.
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic LF1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S620 and LF1.
As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The S620 has got the tinier sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field harder. The older S620 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic LF1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-02-03 | 2013-11-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/2.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 120g (0.26 lb) | 192g (0.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 211 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $37 | $500 |