Nikon S630 vs Panasonic FH3
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37 Features
21 Overall
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Nikon S630 vs Panasonic FH3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Announced January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS11
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Following is a complete analysis of the Nikon S630 and Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S630 was introduced 11 months before the FH3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S630 grades against the FH3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Nikon S630 vs Panasonic FH3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Panasonic FH3
| S630 | FH3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Nikon S630
| FH3 | S630 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2010 |  | February 2009 | More modern by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S630 and Panasonic FH3
| S630 | FH3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurements |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Nikon S630 vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S630 has got exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic FH3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S630 and Panasonic FH3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S630 compared to the FH3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S630 and FH3 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S630 vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The image below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S630 and FH3.
As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH3 to give you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged S630 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Nikon S630 vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S630 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S630 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 |
| Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS11 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2010-01-06 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/2.8-6.9 |
| Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 6.80 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| 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) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file 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 | 140 gr (0.31 lbs) | 165 gr (0.36 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| 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-L12 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $240 | $160 |
