Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S640

On this page, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S640, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the S640 (12MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and S640 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was brought out 3 years later than the S640 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm XF1 grades against the S640 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XF1 & Nikon Coolpix S640. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery & Nikon S640 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm XF1 comes with outer measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Nikon S640 has specifications of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm XF1 vs Nikon S640 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 compared to the S640.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XF1 and S640 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XF1 and S640.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XF1 has the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult. The younger Fujifilm XF1 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.