Nikon S640 vs Olympus XZ-1

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon S640 versus Olympus XZ-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the XZ-1 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the S640 (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") provide different sensor sizing.

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The S640 was brought out 18 months prior to the XZ-1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S640 scores against the XZ-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Olympus XZ-1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S640 Gallery and Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S640 offers external 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 Olympus XZ-1 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S640 versus Olympus XZ-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S640 compared to the XZ-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S640 and XZ-1 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S640 and XZ-1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S640 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon S640 will produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older S640 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.