Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS2
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS2 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
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 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
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS1
- Updated by Panasonic TS3
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon S620 and Panasonic TS2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe S620 was unveiled 11 months before the TS2 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the S620 matches up versus the TS2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The full galleries are available at Nikon S620 Gallery & Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Panasonic TS2
S620 | TS2 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Nikon S620
TS2 | S620 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | February 2009 | More recent by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Panasonic TS2
S620 | TS2 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S620 has got outer dimensions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has specifications of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S620 and Panasonic TS2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the S620 vs the TS2.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S620 and TS2 is 96 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S620 and TS2.
Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic TS2 to resolve more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older S620 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | 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 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120g (0.26 lb) | 188g (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $37 | $350 |