Nikon S640 vs Samsung HZ30W

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S640 vs Samsung HZ30W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S640 was released 5 months prior to the HZ30W so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the S640 scores vs the HZ30W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Samsung HZ30W. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S640 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S640 enjoys exterior measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung HZ30W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S640 compared to the HZ30W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S640 and HZ30W is 96 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through specs. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S640 and HZ30W.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you have to take the release date of the cameras into account.