Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7
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![Nikon Coolpix S640 front Nikon Coolpix S640 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S640/Nikon-S640-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH7/Panasonic-FH7-front.jpg)
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Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7 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
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 19mm
- Introduced September 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS22
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Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7 Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the S640 (12MP) and FH7 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S640 was revealed 3 years prior to the FH7 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the S640 grades against the FH7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S640 Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Panasonic FH7
S640 | FH7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Nikon S640
FH7 | S640 | |||
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Introduced | September 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 25 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S640 and Panasonic FH7
S640 | FH7 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S640 enjoys outer measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic FH7 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the S640 vs the FH7.
![Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7 size comparison Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S640-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH7-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S640 and FH7 is 96 and 96 respectively.
![Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7 top view buttons comparison Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S640-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH7-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S640 and FH7.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic FH7 to give extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older S640 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
![Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7 sensor size comparison Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S640-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH7-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S640-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH7-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Landscape Comparison
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Nikon S640 vs Panasonic FH7 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S640 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S640 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS22 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-04 | 2011-09-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 pounds) | 126g (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 260 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $225 | $149 |