Nikon S640 vs Sony HX7V

Lets look much closer at the Nikon S640 versus Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the S640 (12MP) and HX7V (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S640 was introduced 23 months prior to the HX7V making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the S640 grades against the HX7V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S640 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S640 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S640 has got outside measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S640 versus the HX7V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S640 and HX7V is 96 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S640 and HX7V.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX7V to provide you with extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older S640 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.