Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS2
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93 Imaging
37 Features
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Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 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
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Replaced the Panasonic TS1
- Updated by Panasonic TS3
Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Nikon S640 and Panasonic TS2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe S640 was brought out 5 months prior to the TS2 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S640 grades against the TS2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S640 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S640 Gallery & Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Panasonic TS2
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Nikon S640
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Common features in the Nikon S640 and Panasonic TS2
S640 | TS2 | |||
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Revealed | August 2009 | January 2010 | Same age | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S640 features exterior measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic TS2 has specifications of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S640 and Panasonic TS2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S640 against the TS2.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S640 and TS2 is 96 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S640 and TS2.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic TS2 to show more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.
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Nikon S640 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S640 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S640 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-08-04 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed | Venus Engine HD II |
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 | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lbs) | 188 gr (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
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 model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $225 | $350 |