Nikon S640 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Nikon S640 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 130g - 91 x 55 x 21mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Released June 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB650

Nikon S640 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon S640 vs Samsung HZ35W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S640 was released 10 months prior to the HZ35W so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S640 matches up versus the HZ35W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S640 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Samsung HZ35W. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S640 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Samsung HZ35W
S640 | HZ35W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Nikon S640
HZ35W | S640 | |||
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Released | June 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 10 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S640 and Samsung HZ35W
S640 | HZ35W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Nikon S640 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S640 enjoys physical measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S640 vs Samsung HZ35W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S640 vs the HZ35W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S640 and HZ35W is 96 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S640 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S640 and HZ35W.
To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of files though you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged S640 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Nikon S640 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S640 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S640 | Samsung HZ35W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB650 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 lb) | 245g (0.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $225 | $300 |