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Nikon S640 vs Samsung ST150F

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
Nikon Coolpix S640 front
 
Samsung ST150F front
Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
30
Overall
36

Nikon S640 vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs

Nikon S640
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
  • 130g - 91 x 55 x 21mm
  • Launched August 2009
Samsung ST150F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
  • 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
  • Launched January 2013
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Nikon S640 vs Samsung ST150F Overview

Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S640 versus Samsung ST150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the S640 (12MP) and ST150F (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S640 was revealed 4 years earlier than the ST150F which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S640 scores against the ST150F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Samsung ST150F

 S640 ST150F 

Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Nikon S640

 ST150F S640 
LaunchedJanuary 2013August 2009Newer by 41 months
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Nikon S640 and Samsung ST150F

 S640 ST150F 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch display Neither contains Touch display

Nikon S640 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S640 has got external 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 ST150F has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S640 versus the ST150F.

Nikon S640 vs Samsung ST150F size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S640 and ST150F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S640 vs Samsung ST150F top view buttons comparison

Nikon S640 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S640 and ST150F.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung ST150F to give you greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S640 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Nikon S640 vs Samsung ST150F sensor size comparison

Nikon S640 vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S640 vs Samsung ST150F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S640 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung ST150F Portrait photography highlights
21
no manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
35
good resolution (16MP)
includes face detection focus
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S640 Street photography info
Samsung ST150F Street photography info
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (130g)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
56
lighter than competition (114 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S640 Sports photography factors
Samsung ST150F Sports photography factors
34
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
36
good resolution (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S640 Travel photography highlights
Samsung ST150F Travel photography highlights
62
lighter than competition (130g)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.7)
69
lighter than competition (114 grams)
good resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (25mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S640 Landscape photography details
Samsung ST150F Landscape photography details
32
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Time Lapse recording
39
decently wide (25mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S640 Vlogging details
Samsung ST150F Vlogging details
31
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (130 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic socket
30
decently wide (25mm)
includes face detection focus
lighter than competition (114g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone jack
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Nikon S640 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S640 and Samsung ST150F
 Nikon Coolpix S640Samsung ST150F
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Coolpix S640 Samsung ST150F
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-08-04 2013-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 12MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.7-6.6 f/2.5-6.3
Macro focus distance 2cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech - QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 1 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
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 (30, 15fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 130 grams (0.29 lbs) 114 grams (0.25 lbs)
Physical dimensions 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $225 $300