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Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S640

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
 
Nikon Coolpix S640 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S640 Key Specs

Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
  • Launched August 2009
Nikon S640
(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
Photography Glossary

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S640 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S640, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are designed by Nikon. The resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the S640 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was brought out very close to the S640 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the S1000pj matches up versus the S640 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Nikon S640

 S1000pj S640 

Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Nikon S1000pj

 S640 S1000pj 

Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Nikon S640

 S1000pj S640 
IntroducedAugust 2009August 2009Same age
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen size
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S640 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1000pj offers exterior measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon S640 has dimensions of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S640 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S1000pj vs the S640.

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S640 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1000pj and S640 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S640 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S640 Sensor Comparison

Typically, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The photograph here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1000pj and S640.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S640 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S640 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S640 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Portrait photography factors
Nikon S640 Portrait photography factors
21
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Street photography camera
Nikon S640 as a Street photography camera
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (130g)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Sports photography information
Nikon S640 Sports photography information
34
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
34
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Travel photography info
Nikon S640 Travel photography info
57
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
no Timelapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
62
lighter than average (130 grams)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S1000pj
Landscape photography with Nikon S640
32
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Timelapse mode
32
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual control
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S1000pj
Vlogging with Nikon S640
28
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone port
31
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (130g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone port
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Nikon S1000pj vs Nikon S640 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1000pj and Nikon S640
 Nikon Coolpix S1000pjNikon Coolpix S640
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Nikon
Model Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Nikon Coolpix S640
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-08-04 2009-08-04
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/2.7-6.6
Macro focus distance 3cm 2cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 175 grams (0.39 lb) 130 grams (0.29 lb)
Physical dimensions 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model EN-EL12 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $289 $225