Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZS1
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZS1 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
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ6
Photography Glossary Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZS1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the S620 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") offer different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S620 was unveiled 3 months prior to the ZS1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S620 scores versus the ZS1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S620 Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Panasonic ZS1
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Nikon S620
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Common features in the Nikon S620 and Panasonic ZS1
| S620 | ZS1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2009 |  | May 2009 | Same age |
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S620 has external measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS1 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check the Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZS1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S620 against the ZS1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S620 and ZS1 is 96 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S620 and ZS1.
As you can see, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S620 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon S620 will show more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 |
| Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ6 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2009-02-03 | 2009-05-14 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 24.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.3-4.9 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 6.3 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 120 grams (0.26 pounds) | 229 grams (0.50 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at launch | $37 | $0 |