Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS
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Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-1 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
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Revealed May 2012

Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S640 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the TG-1 iHS which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S640 scores vs the TG-1 iHS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S640 & Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS. The full galleries are available at Nikon S640 Gallery & Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
S640 | TG-1 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Nikon S640
TG-1 iHS | S640 | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 33 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 610k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+380k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S640 and Olympus TG-1 iHS
S640 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S640 comes with physical 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) while the Olympus TG-1 iHS has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the S640 against the TG-1 iHS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S640 and TG-1 iHS is 96 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S640 and TG-1 iHS.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of files although you should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged S640 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S640 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S640 | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-08-04 | 2012-05-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 610 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 pounds) | 230g (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | LI90B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 and 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $225 | $399 |