Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZS7
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZS7 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
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Released July 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Updated by Panasonic ZS8
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZS7 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Nikon S620 and Panasonic ZS7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe S620 was introduced 3 years earlier than the ZS7 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S620 matches up versus the ZS7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZS7 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S620 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Panasonic ZS7
S620 | ZS7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the Nikon S620
ZS7 | S620 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | February 2009 | More recent by 29 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Panasonic ZS7
S620 | ZS7 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S620 has got outer dimensions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS7 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S620 and Panasonic ZS7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the S620 against the ZS7.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S620 and ZS7 is 96 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S620 and ZS7.
As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images but you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The older S620 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S620 vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120 grams (0.26 lb) | 218 grams (0.48 lb) |
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 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 shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $37 | $350 |