Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-6
96 Imaging
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Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 253g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Announced May 2019
- Older Model is Olympus TG-5
Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-6 Overview
Here is a complete overview of the Nikon S640 versus Olympus TG-6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S640 was announced 10 years earlier than the TG-6 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the S640 scores against the TG-6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-6 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Olympus Tough TG-6. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S640 Gallery and Olympus TG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Olympus TG-6
S640 | TG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Nikon S640
TG-6 | S640 | |||
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Announced | May 2019 | August 2009 | Fresher by 119 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S640 and Olympus TG-6
S640 | TG-6 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-6 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Nikon S640 provides external dimensions 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-6 has specifications of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S640 versus Olympus TG-6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S640 versus the TG-6.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S640 and TG-6 is 96 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-6 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S640 and TG-6.
As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you should always consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older S640 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S640 vs Olympus TG-6 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S640 | Olympus Tough TG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S640 | Olympus Tough TG-6 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-08-04 | 2019-05-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | TruePic VIII |
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 | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash options | - | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 grams (0.29 lbs) | 253 grams (0.56 lbs) |
Dimensions | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 340 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $225 | $449 |