Nikon S630 vs Panasonic FZ28

Below is a extensive review of the Nikon S630 versus Panasonic FZ28, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S630 was announced at a similar time to the FZ28 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S630 scores versus the FZ28 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S630 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S630 has got outside dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S630 versus Panasonic FZ28 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the S630 vs the FZ28.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S630 and FZ28 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking technical specs. The photograph below may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S630 and FZ28.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S630 to give you more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively.