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Nikon S640 vs Panasonic ZR1

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
Nikon Coolpix S640 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Nikon S640 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs

Nikon S640
(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
Panasonic ZR1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Released July 2009
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
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Nikon S640 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview

Below is a extensive analysis of the Nikon S640 vs Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S640 was launched within a month of the ZR1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S640 grades against the ZR1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Panasonic ZR1

 S640 ZR1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Nikon S640

 ZR1 S640 

Common features in the Nikon S640 and Panasonic ZR1

 S640 ZR1 
ReleasedAugust 2009July 2009Same generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Nikon S640 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S640 enjoys physical measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S640 versus the ZR1.

Nikon S640 vs Panasonic ZR1 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S640 and ZR1 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S640 vs Panasonic ZR1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S640 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S640 and ZR1.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account.

Nikon S640 vs Panasonic ZR1 sensor size comparison

Nikon S640 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S640 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S640 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic ZR1 Portrait photography advice
21
manual focus not available
no manual mode
no external flash support
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
21
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S640 Street photography details
Panasonic ZR1 Street photography details
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (130 grams)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
56
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S640
Sports photography with Panasonic ZR1
34
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second low (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S640
Travel photography with Panasonic ZR1
62
lighter than competition in class (130 grams)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
low MP (12MP)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
57
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (12MP)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S640 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic ZR1 Landscape photography highlights
32
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
32
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S640 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZR1 as a Vlogging camera
31
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (130g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone socket
28
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic socket
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Nikon S640 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S640 and Panasonic ZR1
 Nikon Coolpix S640Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Panasonic
Model type Nikon Coolpix S640 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-ZX1
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-08-04 2009-07-27
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed Venus Engine V
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 area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-200mm (8.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.7-6.6 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 2cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 60 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 5.10 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
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)
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 130 gr (0.29 lb) 158 gr (0.35 lb)
Dimensions 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Cost at launch $225 $280