Nikon S620 vs Panasonic LX5

Here is a thorough comparison of the Nikon S620 versus Panasonic LX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the LX5 (10MP) is pretty similar but the S620 (1/2.3") and LX5 (1/1.63") have totally different sensor size.

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The S620 was brought out 3 years earlier than the LX5 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the S620 scores versus the LX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S620 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S620 has got outer 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) whilst the Panasonic LX5 has proportions of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S620 versus Panasonic LX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S620 vs the LX5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S620 and LX5 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S620 and LX5.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S620 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Nikon S620 will offer you more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older S620 is going to be behind in sensor technology.