Nikon COOLPIX S640 Point & Shoot Camera
The Nikon Coolpix S640 is a 12MP 1/2.3 inch compact camera — with 480p video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Nikon COOLPIX S640 Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Nikon Coolpix S640
Key Features — Nikon Coolpix S640
12MP 1/2.3-Inch Sensor: Delivers 4000x3000 pixel images, suitable for standard prints and everyday photography.
Optical Image Stabilization: Built-in OIS reduces blur from camera shake, useful in low-light or handheld shooting situations.
ISO 100–6400 Range: Covers a broad sensitivity spread for a compact camera, allowing use in varied lighting conditions.
110g Pocketable Body: At 91 x 55 x 20.5 mm and 110g, the S640 fits easily in a pocket for true everyday carry.
Seven Color Profiles: Includes Standard, Vivid, Black & White, Sepia, Cyanotype, Cool, and Warm for in-camera creative control without post-processing.
2.7-Inch LCD Display: TFT LCD at 230,000 dots serves as the sole framing and review screen, as there is no optical viewfinder.
Camera Specifications — Nikon Coolpix S640
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.3 inch |
| Resolution | 12MP |
| Processor | Expeed |
| ISO Range | 100 – 6400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | Single point |
| Max Photo Resolution | 4000x3000 |
| Burst Rate | 0.8 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 480p |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
Description — Nikon Coolpix S640
The Nikon COOLPIX S640 is a 12MP point-and-shoot camera featuring a 1/2.3-inch sensor and Nikon's Expeed image processor. It delivers a maximum still resolution of 4000 x 3000 pixels and an ISO range spanning 100 to 6400. The camera's 2.7-inch TFT LCD with 230,000 dots of resolution acts as the sole framing interface, as no viewfinder is included.
Image stabilization is provided via Optical (OIS), with digital IS also on board. Autofocus uses a contrast detection system with single-point focus selection. The built-in flash supports Auto, Red-eye reduction, Fill flash, and Slow sync modes.
Seven color profiles — including Cyanotype, Sepia, Vivid, and Black & White — allow for creative in-camera processing. Video records at up to 480p at 30fps in 8-bit color. The body is a plastic and metal composite, weighs 110g, and measures 91 x 55 x 20.5 mm.
Storage is handled via SD and SDHC cards, and the EN-EL12 battery is rated for approximately 250 shots per charge (CIPA standard).
Pros — Nikon Coolpix S640
- ✓Lightweight and compact at 110g and 91 x 55 x 20.5 mm — easy to carry daily
- ✓ISO range extends from 100 to 6400, providing flexibility across lighting conditions
- ✓Seven color profiles available including Cyanotype, Sepia, and Black & White for in-camera creative options
Cons — Nikon Coolpix S640
- ✗Video is limited to 480p at 30fps — well below modern HD standards
- ✗Burst mode runs at only 0.8 fps, making it unsuitable for fast-action shooting
- ✗No Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or HDMI output limits sharing and connectivity options
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coolpix s640 review — mysuperstudio