Nikon S640 vs Sony W650
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Nikon S640 vs Sony W650 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 130g - 91 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 124g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012
Nikon S640 vs Sony W650 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Nikon S640 versus Sony W650, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the S640 (12MP) and W650 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe S640 was announced 3 years prior to the W650 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S640 grades versus the W650 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S640 vs Sony W650 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S640 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S640 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S640 over the Sony W650
S640 | W650 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W650 over the Nikon S640
W650 | S640 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | August 2009 | More modern by 29 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S640 and Sony W650
S640 | W650 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Nikon S640 vs Sony W650 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S640 provides outside dimensions of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony W650 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S640 versus Sony W650 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S640 and the W650.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S640 and W650 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S640 vs Sony W650 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S640 and W650.
As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony W650 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged S640 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S640 vs Sony W650 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S640 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S640 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-04 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130 gr (0.29 lb) | 124 gr (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 55 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $225 | $140 |