Nikon S640 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Lets look a little more in depth at the Nikon S640 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the S640 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S640 was revealed 4 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S640 scores against the Galaxy Camera in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S640 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S640 has got exterior dimensions of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S640 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S640 compared to the Galaxy Camera.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S640 and Galaxy Camera is 96 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The visual here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S640 and Galaxy Camera.

All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera to show greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The older S640 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.