Nikon S640 vs Samsung DV150F
96 Imaging
35 Features
24 Overall
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96 Imaging
40 Features
29 Overall
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Nikon S640 vs Samsung DV150F 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
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Released January 2013
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On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon S640 and Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the S640 (12MP) and DV150F (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S640 was unveiled 4 years prior to the DV150F which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the S640 grades vs the DV150F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Samsung DV150F. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S640 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Samsung DV150F
| S640 | DV150F |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Nikon S640
| DV150F | S640 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | August 2009 | More modern by 41 months |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S640 and Samsung DV150F
| S640 | DV150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon S640 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S640 has outside measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S640 against the DV150F.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S640 and DV150F is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S640 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The image here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S640 and DV150F.
Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung DV150F to resolve more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged S640 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Nikon S640 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S640 | Samsung DV150F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S640 | Samsung DV150F |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2009-08-04 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Expeed | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | - | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 130 gr (0.29 pounds) | 116 gr (0.26 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| 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 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $225 | $150 |