Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR3
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![Nikon Coolpix S620 front Nikon Coolpix S620 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S620/Nikon-S620-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR3/Panasonic-ZR3-front.jpg)
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR3 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
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 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
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Nikon S620 versus Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The S620 was unveiled 11 months earlier than the ZR3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S620 matches up versus the ZR3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The full galleries are available at Nikon S620 Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Panasonic ZR3
S620 | ZR3 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Nikon S620
ZR3 | S620 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Panasonic ZR3
S620 | ZR3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S620 provides external measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S620 versus Panasonic ZR3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S620 versus the ZR3.
![Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR3 size comparison Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S620-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR3-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S620 and ZR3 is 96 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR3 top view buttons comparison Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S620-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S620 and ZR3.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZR3 to offer you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older S620 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
![Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR3 sensor size comparison Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S620-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S620-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZR3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-ZX3 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
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 | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest 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 white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 120 grams (0.26 pounds) | 159 grams (0.35 pounds) |
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 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 | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $37 | $280 |