Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS10
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Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS10 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S630 was launched 24 months earlier than the ZS10 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S630 matches up against the ZS10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS10 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S630 Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Panasonic ZS10
S630 | ZS10 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Nikon S630
ZS10 | S630 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | February 2009 | Newer by 24 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S630 and Panasonic ZS10
S630 | ZS10 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS10 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S630 enjoys exterior dimensions 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 ZS10 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S630 vs the ZS10.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the S630 and ZS10 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The image here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S630 and ZS10.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS10 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged S630 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S630 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S630 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-02-03 | 2011-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 pounds) | 219g (0.48 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-L12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $240 | $350 |