Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS20
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS20 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
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT20

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS20 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the S620 (12MP) and TS20 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S620 was unveiled 4 years before the TS20 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S620 grades vs the TS20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S620 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Panasonic TS20
S620 | TS20 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Nikon S620
TS20 | S620 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 36 months |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Panasonic TS20
S620 | TS20 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS20 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. 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 TS20 has measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the S620 versus the TS20.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S620 and TS20 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S620 and TS20.
To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic TS20 to offer more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S620 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT20 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2012-01-31 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120g (0.26 lbs) | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 life | - | 250 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
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/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $37 | $179 |