Nikon S5100 vs Nikon S640

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon S5100 versus Nikon S640, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. The resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the S640 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was announced 13 months after the S640 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S5100 matches up versus the S640 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Nikon Coolpix S640. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Nikon S640 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S5100 has got outer measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Nikon S640 has specifications of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S5100 versus Nikon S640 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the S5100 and the S640.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S5100 and S640 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S5100 and S640.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer S5100 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.