Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS30

The following is a complete assessment of the Nikon S630 versus Panasonic ZS30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the S630 (12MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S630 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the ZS30 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the S630 matches up vs the ZS30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The full galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S630 has external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S630 versus Panasonic ZS30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S630 against the ZS30.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S630 and ZS30 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The image here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S630 and ZS30.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS30 to result in extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S630 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.