Nikon S640 vs Samsung WB30F

Let's look more closely at the Nikon S640 versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S640 (12MP) and WB30F (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S640 was brought out 4 years prior to the WB30F which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S640 grades against the WB30F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S640 & Samsung WB30F. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S640 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S640 comes with physical 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 WB30F has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the S640 compared to the WB30F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S640 and WB30F is 96 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S640 and WB30F.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung WB30F to offer greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged S640 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.