Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR1
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR1 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
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Released July 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-ZX1

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Let's look closer at the Nikon S620 and Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S620 was announced 5 months prior to the ZR1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S620 grades against the ZR1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S620 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Panasonic ZR1
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Nikon S620
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Common features in the Nikon S620 and Panasonic ZR1
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Released | February 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S620 has got outside dimensions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR1 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S620 and Panasonic ZR1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the S620 vs the ZR1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S620 and ZR1 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S620 and ZR1.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should take the production date of the products into consideration.

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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-02-03 | 2009-07-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 lbs) | 158 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $37 | $280 |