Nikon S630 vs Panasonic FH1

Its time to look more closely at the Nikon S630 versus Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S630 was revealed 11 months earlier than the FH1 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the S630 grades against the FH1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S630 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The full galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S630 offers external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic FH1 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S630 versus Panasonic FH1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S630 compared to the FH1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S630 and FH1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The image here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S630 and FH1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged S630 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.