Nikon S630 vs Panasonic S2

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon S630 and Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S630 was announced 3 years before the S2 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the S630 grades against the S2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S630 has outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S630 and Panasonic S2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the S630 against the S2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S630 and S2 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The image underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S630 and S2.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic S2 to give you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged S630 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.