Nikon S630 vs Panasonic FX78

Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon S630 and Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S630 was revealed 24 months prior to the FX78 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S630 grades against the FX78 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The full galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S630 offers outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic FX78 has proportions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Nikon S630 and Panasonic FX78 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S630 vs the FX78.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S630 and FX78 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specs. The picture below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S630 and FX78.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photos although you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged S630 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.