Canon A495 vs Nikon S640
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Canon A495 vs Nikon S640 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 175g - 94 x 62 x 31mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 130g - 91 x 55 x 21mm
- Released August 2009
Canon A495 vs Nikon S640 Overview
Below is a extended review of the Canon A495 versus Nikon S640, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A495 (10MP) and the S640 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe A495 was introduced 6 months later than the S640 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the A495 matches up versus the S640 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon A495 vs Nikon S640 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A495 & Nikon Coolpix S640. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A495 Gallery & Nikon S640 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A495 over the Nikon S640
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Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Canon A495
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Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 115k | Sharper display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A495 and Nikon S640
A495 | S640 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | August 2009 | Same age | |
Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Canon A495 vs Nikon S640 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon A495 enjoys physical dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon S640 has specifications of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Compare the Canon A495 versus Nikon S640 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the A495 against the S640.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A495 and S640 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Canon A495 vs Nikon S640 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A495 and S640.
Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S640 to show extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively.
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Canon A495 vs Nikon S640 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A495 | Nikon Coolpix S640 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A495 | Nikon Coolpix S640 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-05 | 2009-08-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 115 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) | 130 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom, Face) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $109 | $225 |