Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZR1

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S630 and Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S630 was manufactured 5 months earlier than the ZR1 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S630 scores against the ZR1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S630 has external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S630 and Panasonic ZR1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S630 versus the ZR1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S630 and ZR1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S630 and ZR1.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you really should consider the release date of the cameras into account.