Nikon S640 vs Panasonic ZS35

Below is a extensive comparison of the Nikon S640 and Panasonic ZS35, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the S640 (12MP) and ZS35 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S640 was manufactured 5 years before the ZS35 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the S640 scores against the ZS35 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S640 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S640 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S640 features physical 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 ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check the Nikon S640 and Panasonic ZS35 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S640 and the ZS35.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S640 and ZS35 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S640 and ZS35.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS35 to provide greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older S640 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.