Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS
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Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 130g - 91 x 55 x 21mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Launched February 2012
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Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon S640 and Olympus TG-820 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S640 was brought out 3 years earlier than the TG-820 iHS which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S640 scores against the TG-820 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Olympus TG-820 iHS. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S640 Gallery and Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
| S640 | TG-820 iHS |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the Nikon S640
| TG-820 iHS | S640 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2012 |  | August 2009 | More modern by 30 months |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 1030k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+800k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S640 and Olympus TG-820 iHS
| S640 | TG-820 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S640 features exterior 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 TG-820 iHS has sizing of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S640 vs the TG-820 iHS.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S640 and TG-820 iHS is 96 and 92 respectively.
Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S640 and TG-820 iHS.
Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images however you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged S640 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S640 | Olympus TG-820 iHS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S640 | Olympus TG-820 iHS |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2012-02-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Expeed | TruePic VI |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.9-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 1,030 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | - | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 130 gr (0.29 pounds) | 206 gr (0.45 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 220 photos |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-50B |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $225 | $500 |
