Nikon S640 vs Olympus SZ-10

Here, we are matching up the Nikon S640 vs Olympus SZ-10, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S640 was introduced 18 months prior to the SZ-10 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S640 scores vs the SZ-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S640 & Olympus SZ-10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S640 Gallery & Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S640 has outer dimensions of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-10 has sizing of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S640 compared to the SZ-10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S640 and SZ-10 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S640 and SZ-10.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus SZ-10 to offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older S640 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.