Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS1
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS1 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Updated by Panasonic TS2

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Nikon S620 and Panasonic TS1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S620 was manufactured very close to the TS1 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the S620 grades versus the TS1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S620 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Panasonic TS1
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Nikon S620
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Common features in the Nikon S620 and Panasonic TS1
S620 | TS1 | |||
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Revealed | February 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S620 has got exterior measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S620 and Panasonic TS1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the S620 versus the TS1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S620 and TS1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S620 and TS1.
Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures however you have to consider the age of the products into consideration.

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-02-03 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120g (0.26 pounds) | 189g (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $37 | $380 |