Nikon S640 vs Samsung HZ10W

On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon S640 and Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S640 was brought out 3 months later than the HZ10W so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S640 grades against the HZ10W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Samsung HZ10W. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S640 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S640 enjoys outer dimensions of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ10W has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Nikon S640 and Samsung HZ10W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S640 against the HZ10W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S640 and HZ10W is 96 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S640 and HZ10W.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S640 to offer more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively.