Nikon S620 vs Panasonic SZ7
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Released January 2012
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On this page, we are comparing the Nikon S620 vs Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S620 was announced 3 years earlier than the SZ7 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the S620 grades versus the SZ7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S620 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Panasonic SZ7
| S620 | SZ7 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Nikon S620
| SZ7 | S620 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2012 |  | February 2009 | More modern by 35 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Panasonic SZ7
| S620 | SZ7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S620 has got exterior dimensions 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 SZ7 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S620 vs the SZ7.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S620 and SZ7 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The picture below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S620 and SZ7.
All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ7 to give extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged S620 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2009-02-03 | 2012-01-09 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 4cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 120g (0.26 pounds) | 133g (0.29 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 life | - | 220 photos |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $37 | $199 |