Nikon S640 vs Samsung WB35F

Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon S640 vs Samsung WB35F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the S640 (12MP) and WB35F (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S640 was brought out 5 years before the WB35F and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S640 grades vs the WB35F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S640 & Samsung WB35F. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S640 Gallery & Samsung WB35F Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Nikon S640 has exterior dimensions 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 WB35F has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S640 vs Samsung WB35F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the S640 compared to the WB35F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S640 and WB35F is 96 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S640 and WB35F.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung WB35F to provide greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older S640 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.