Nikon S640 vs Panasonic ZS7

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon S640 and Panasonic ZS7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S640 was released 23 months before the ZS7 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S640 scores vs the ZS7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S640 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S640 comes with physical measurements 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 ZS7 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

See the Nikon S640 and Panasonic ZS7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the S640 versus the ZS7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S640 and ZS7 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The visual underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S640 and ZS7.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older S640 is going to be behind in sensor tech.