Nikon S33 vs Nikon S640

Lets look more in depth at the Nikon S33 and Nikon S640, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are produced by Nikon. The image resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the S640 (12MP) is fairly close but the S33 (1/3.1") and S640 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The S33 was revealed 5 years later than the S640 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the S33 grades vs the S640 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Nikon Coolpix S640. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S33 Gallery and Nikon S640 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S33 has outer measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Nikon S640 has sizing of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S33 vs the S640.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S33 and S640 is 91 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S33 and S640.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S33 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Nikon S33 will render more detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer S33 provides an edge in sensor technology.