Kodak Sport vs Nikon S640
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Kodak Sport vs Nikon S640 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1250
- 640 x 480 video
- 35mm (F3.0) lens
- 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Introduced August 2009

Kodak Sport vs Nikon S640 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Kodak Sport and Nikon S640, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Sport (12MP) and the S640 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Sport was introduced 18 months after the S640 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Sport scores against the S640 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Sport vs Nikon S640 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Sport & Nikon Coolpix S640. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Sport Gallery & Nikon S640 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Sport over the Nikon S640
Sport | S640 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Kodak Sport
S640 | Sport | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Clearer screen (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Sport and Nikon S640
Sport | S640 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Sport vs Nikon S640 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak Sport has got external measurements of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and 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") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak Sport and Nikon S640 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Sport versus the S640.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Sport and S640 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Kodak Sport vs Nikon S640 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Sport and S640.
Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of images but you should really factor the age of the cameras into account. The newer Sport provides an edge in sensor technology.

Kodak Sport vs Nikon S640 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Travel Comparison

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Kodak Sport vs Nikon S640 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Sport | Nikon Coolpix S640 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Sport | Nikon Coolpix S640 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-04 | 2009-08-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1250 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0 | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.4 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 112 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 lb) | 130g (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $155 | $225 |