Nikon S630 vs Panasonic LX7
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Nikon S630 vs Panasonic LX7 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
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Revealed October 2012
- Succeeded the Panasonic LX5
- New Model is Panasonic LX10
Nikon S630 vs Panasonic LX7 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon S630 vs Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is pretty close but the S630 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizes.
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe S630 was revealed 4 years prior to the LX7 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the S630 grades vs the LX7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S630 vs Panasonic LX7 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S630 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The full galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Panasonic LX7
S630 | LX7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LX7 over the Nikon S630
LX7 | S630 | |||
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Revealed | October 2012 | February 2009 | More modern by 45 months | |
Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S630 and Panasonic LX7
S630 | LX7 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S630 vs Panasonic LX7 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S630 enjoys outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX7 has specifications of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S630 vs Panasonic LX7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the S630 against the LX7.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S630 and LX7 is 95 and 86 respectively.
Nikon S630 vs Panasonic LX7 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The image underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S630 and LX7.
All in all, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S630 having a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Nikon S630 will result in greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged S630 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon S630 vs Panasonic LX7 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S630 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S630 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2012-10-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/1.4-2.3 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 8.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 grams (0.31 pounds) | 298 grams (0.66 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 147 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-L12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $240 | $400 |