Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS50
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Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS50 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
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 243g - 111 x 65 x 34mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ70
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS45
- Successor is Panasonic ZS60

Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS50 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS50, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S630 was brought out 7 years earlier than the ZS50 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S630 scores vs the ZS50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS50 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S630 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S630 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Panasonic ZS50
S630 | ZS50 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS50 over the Nikon S630
ZS50 | S630 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 72 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S630 and Panasonic ZS50
S630 | ZS50 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS50 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S630 comes with external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS50 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).
Check the Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS50 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S630 against the ZS50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S630 and ZS50 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS50 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S630 and ZS50.
Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you will want to take the age of the cameras into account. The older S630 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S630 vs Panasonic ZS50 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S630 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S630 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ70 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-02-03 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 pounds) | 243 gr (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 111 x 65 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 44 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 138 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-L12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $240 | $350 |