Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640
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![Nikon Coolpix L610 front Nikon Coolpix L610 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L610/Nikon-L610-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S640 front Nikon Coolpix S640 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S640/Nikon-S640-front.jpg)
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Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 240g - 108 x 69 x 34mm
- Announced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 130g - 91 x 55 x 21mm
- Released August 2009
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Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the L610 (16MP) and S640 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The L610 was introduced 3 years after the S640 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the L610 grades versus the S640 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Nikon Coolpix S640. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L610 Gallery and Nikon S640 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Nikon S640
L610 | S640 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 37 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Nikon L610
S640 | L610 |
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Common features in the Nikon L610 and Nikon S640
L610 | S640 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L610 has physical dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Nikon S640 has proportions of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the L610 vs the S640.
![Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640 size comparison Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S640-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L610 and S640 is 90 and 96 respectively.
![Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640 top view buttons comparison Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S640-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The image underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L610 and S640.
As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon L610 to provide more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger L610 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
![Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640 sensor size comparison Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S640-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S640-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L610 vs Nikon S640 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L610 | Nikon Coolpix S640 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L610 | Nikon Coolpix S640 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-08-09 | 2009-08-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 240g (0.53 lbs) | 130g (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 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 life | 120 photos | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $150 | $225 |