Nikon S640 vs Panasonic F5
96 Imaging
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96 Imaging
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Nikon S640 vs Panasonic F5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 130g - 91 x 55 x 21mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon S640 vs Panasonic F5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the F5 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S640 was revealed 4 years earlier than the F5 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the S640 scores against the F5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Nikon S640 vs Panasonic F5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S640 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S640 Gallery & Panasonic F5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Panasonic F5
| S640 | F5 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Nikon S640
| F5 | S640 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2013 |  | August 2009 | More recent by 41 months |
Common features in the Nikon S640 and Panasonic F5
| S640 | F5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S640 vs Panasonic F5 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S640 provides physical dimensions of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic F5 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S640 vs Panasonic F5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S640 against the F5.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S640 and F5 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S640 vs Panasonic F5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S640 and F5.
Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic F5 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older S640 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Nikon S640 vs Panasonic F5 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S640 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S640 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Expeed | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.2-6.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 2cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 5.70 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 130g (0.29 lb) | 121g (0.27 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | - | 250 photographs |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $225 | $100 |