Nikon S640 vs Nikon S9100

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon S640 vs Nikon S9100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S640 was manufactured 23 months before the S9100 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the S640 grades against the S9100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Nikon Coolpix S9100. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S640 Gallery and Nikon S9100 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S640 features exterior 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) and the Nikon S9100 has measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S640 vs Nikon S9100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the S640 vs the S9100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S640 and S9100 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S640 and S9100.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images however you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged S640 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.