Nikon P7800 vs Nikon S640

Below, we will be comparing the Nikon P7800 versus Nikon S640, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both designed by Nikon. The image resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the S640 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the P7800 (1/1.7") and S640 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The P7800 was released 4 years later than the S640 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the P7800 grades versus the S640 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Nikon Coolpix S640. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Nikon S640 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7800 has got physical dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") along with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Nikon S640 has measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P7800 versus Nikon S640 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the P7800 versus the S640.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P7800 and S640 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the P7800 and S640.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The P7800 offers the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier. The fresher P7800 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.