Nikon S640 vs Nikon S8100

Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon S640 vs Nikon S8100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are built by Nikon. The image resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the S8100 (12MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S640 was launched 13 months prior to the S8100 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S640 scores versus the S8100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Nikon Coolpix S8100. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S640 Gallery and Nikon S8100 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S640 provides exterior measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8100 has measurements of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S640 vs Nikon S8100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S640 versus the S8100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S640 and S8100 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S640 and S8100.

To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older S640 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.