Nikon S630 vs Panasonic FX580

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon S630 and Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S630 was launched very close to the FX580 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S630 matches up versus the FX580 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S630 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S630 provides physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX580 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S630 compared to the FX580.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S630 and FX580 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The picture underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S630 and FX580.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.