Fujifilm X10 vs Nikon S640

Lets look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm X10 vs Nikon S640, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and the S640 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and S640 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X10 was revealed 2 years later than the S640 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X10 matches up versus the S640 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X10 & Nikon Coolpix S640. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X10 Gallery & Nikon S640 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X10 comes with outside dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Nikon S640 has dimensions of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X10 vs Nikon S640 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X10 compared to the S640.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X10 and S640 is 83 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X10 and S640.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X10 has got the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field easier. The more recent Fujifilm X10 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.