Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS3

Below, we will be matching up the Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the TS3 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S620 was released 3 years prior to the TS3 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the S620 matches up vs the TS3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S620 Gallery and Panasonic TS3 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S620 provides 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) and the Panasonic TS3 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S620 vs Panasonic TS3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S620 vs the TS3.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S620 and TS3 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The image underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S620 and TS3.

To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files though you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged S620 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.