Nikon S640 vs Samsung WB210
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Nikon S640 vs Samsung WB210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced July 2011
Nikon S640 vs Samsung WB210 Overview
Following is a extensive review of the Nikon S640 vs Samsung WB210, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S640 was manufactured 23 months prior to the WB210 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S640 grades vs the WB210 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S640 vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Samsung WB210. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S640 Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Samsung WB210
S640 | WB210 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 1k | Clearer display (+229k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Nikon S640
WB210 | S640 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | August 2009 | More modern by 23 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S640 and Samsung WB210
S640 | WB210 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon S640 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S640 enjoys outside 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) and the Samsung WB210 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S640 vs Samsung WB210 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S640 against the WB210.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S640 and WB210 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S640 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S640 and WB210.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung WB210 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged S640 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Nikon S640 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S640 | Samsung WB210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S640 | Samsung WB210 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-08-04 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 1k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lb) | 174 gr (0.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $225 | $279 |