Nikon S640 vs Pentax E90
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Nikon S640 vs Pentax E90 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
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Released January 2010
Nikon S640 vs Pentax E90 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Nikon S640 vs Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S640 was released 5 months prior to the E90 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S640 scores versus the E90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S640 vs Pentax E90 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S640 & Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S640 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Pentax E90
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Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Nikon S640
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Common features in the Nikon S640 and Pentax E90
S640 | E90 | |||
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Released | August 2009 | January 2010 | Same age | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon S640 vs Pentax E90 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S640 has got exterior measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Pentax E90 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S640 vs Pentax E90 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S640 vs the E90.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S640 and E90 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S640 vs Pentax E90 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S640 and E90.
All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S640 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.
Nikon S640 vs Pentax E90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S640 vs Pentax E90 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S640 | Pentax Optio E90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S640 | Pentax Optio E90 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-08-04 | 2010-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | Prime |
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 | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 32-95mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 6cm |
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 display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 lb) | 145g (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $225 | $100 |