Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS1
96 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
30


93 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
30
Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS1 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
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
- Released January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
- Updated by Panasonic TS2

Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The S640 was revealed 7 months after the TS1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S640 scores versus the TS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S640 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S640 Gallery & Panasonic TS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Panasonic TS1
S640 | TS1 | |||
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Released | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Nikon S640
TS1 | S640 |
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Common features in the Nikon S640 and Panasonic TS1
S640 | TS1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S640 offers exterior dimensions of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic TS1 has dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
See the Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the S640 compared to the TS1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S640 and TS1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The image here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S640 and TS1.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you have to take the age of the cameras into account. The younger S640 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S640 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S640 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-08-04 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed | - |
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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 grams (0.29 lb) | 189 grams (0.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $225 | $380 |