Nikon S640 vs Samsung TL500

Here, we will be looking at the Nikon S640 vs Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the TL500 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the S640 (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor size.

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The S640 was revealed 11 months prior to the TL500 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S640 matches up against the TL500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S640 & Samsung TL500. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S640 Gallery & Samsung TL500 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S640 provides external dimensions of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung TL500 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S640 compared to the TL500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S640 and TL500 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S640 and TL500.

As you can tell, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S640 with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Nikon S640 will provide greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older S640 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.