Nikon S640 vs Samsung EX2F

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon S640 and Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is relatively well matched but the S640 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The S640 was announced 4 years before the EX2F which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the S640 grades versus the EX2F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S640 & Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S640 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S640 comes with physical dimensions of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has sizing of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the S640 vs the EX2F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S640 and EX2F is 96 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S640 and EX2F.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The S640 has the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier. The more aged S640 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.