Nikon S640 vs Sony S950

Here is a extended analysis of the Nikon S640 and Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S640 (12MP) and the S950 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S640 was announced 6 months later than the S950 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S640 matches up versus the S950 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S640 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S640 has 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 Sony S950 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S640 and Sony S950 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the S640 and the S950.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S640 and S950 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S640 and S950.

To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S640 to give extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.