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Nikon Coolpix S640 Digital Camera

Nikon Coolpix S640 Digital Camera

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Key Features of the Nikon S640 :
  • Compact metallic camera body with 10-megapixel resolution.
  • 4x wide-angle optical zoom
  • Vibration reduction
  • Large 3.0" wide-angle LCD screen
  • In-Camera Red-Eye Fix
  • Enhanced Face-Priority AF automatically focuses on up to 12 faces
  • Capture images to SD/SDHC memory card (not included)
From the Manufacturer

Sleek, fast and fully loaded. Get the speed. Get the shot.

Nikon’s sleek, stylish and fast Coolpix S640 combines class leading speed and compact size with 12.2 effective megapixels and 5x wide angle Zoom-Nikkor glass lens for stunning prints as large as 16x20 inches. The sleek all-metal design makes it easy to carry, and the incredible, bright 2.7-inch Clear Color LCD makes it easy to compose and share pictures. The Coolpix S640, with Nikon’s EXPEED image processor concept and new 4 Way Image Stabilization gets you sharp pictures with minimal shutter lag. Subject Tacking will track a fast moving subject, even if they temporarily move out of the frame, and ensure sharp focus.

Ultra-fast focus and quick response for versatile picture-taking and beautiful photos

With an ultra-fast autofocus system, a variety of automated shooting functions, and a 12.2-megapixel resolution combined with the quality optics of a precision 5x zoom Nikkor lens with 28mm wide-angle coverage, the Coolpix S640 enables photographers to securely capture every moment.

Performance features include ultra-fast autofocus, the fastest start-up time in its class* of a mere 0.7 seconds and a short shutter-release time lag. This level of performance makes it easier to capture once-in-a-lifetime expressions with just the right timing.

The Coolpix S640 also features a custom-optimized auto white balance system based on D-SLR technologies, producing beautiful pictures that benefit from more natural color adjustments.

Optical lens shift VR images stabilization combines with high sensitivity to achieve sharper and clearer photos in a wider variety of unsteady or low-light situations. The Coolpix S640 can shoot at any image size up to its maximum of 4000 x 3000 pixels with light sensitivity settings of as high as ISO 6400. And Fixed range auto allows you to limit sensitivity from ISO 100 to 400 or 800 for effective control over image quality.

The Coolpix S640 is equipped with Nikon's new Clear Color Display technology, greatly reducing reflection and improving visibility, even outdoors in the sun. Complementing its attractive aluminum finish, the Coolpix S640 will be available in a choice of, Calm Black, Peal White, Precious Pink or Velour Red body colors.
* Among compact cameras equipped with optical 5x zoom lens and optical vibration reduction as of August 4, 2009 (according to research conducted by Nikon Corporation).

Nikon Coolpix S640 Feature Highlights

EXPEED digital imaging technology
Nikon’s smarter approach to digital imaging technology. From image capture to processing, Nikon’s comprehensive EXPEED digital imaging concept encompasses the entire picture-taking operation. EXPEED is much more than a processing engine; it is a revolution in digital photography.

Nikon Coolpix S640 digital camera highlights
Four advanced image stabilizing features help ensure sharper results
Nikon Coolpix S640 digital camera highlights
VR image stabilization in action
Nikon's optical lens shift VR image stabilization compensates for the effects of camera shake. High ISO 6400 capability at any image size up to its maximum of 4000 x 3000 pixels allows faster shutter speeds when shooting in low light or capturing fast-moving subjects. Motion Detection automatically controls shutter speed and the ISO setting to compensate for subject movement as well as camera shake. And, Nikon’s original BSS (Best Shot Selector) function automatically shoots a series of sequential frames and saves the one with the sharpest focus.

High-quality 2.7-inch Clear Color Display provides a wider, clearer view
The high-quality 2.7-inch Clear Color Display for the Coolpix S640 features an ultra wide-viewing angle, anti-reflection coating, ant-fogging and water repellent layer, and screen brightness boost function. Automatic color correction and contrast adjustment at playback optimize image quality to match the viewing conditions, while also maximizing power savings. The monitor’s new structure greatly reduces reflection and improves visibility outdoors.

Nikon Coolpix S640 digital camera highlights
Nikon’s Smart Portrait System with Skin Softening
As part of Nikon's Smart Portrait System, a series of advanced functions help produce consistently great portraits. The new Skin Softening function automatically detects and analyzes your subject's skin and then adjusts smoothness for enhanced results. Automatically detecting as many as 12 faces in the shot, Face-priority AF helps produce satisfying portraits by adjusting focus and exposure. Smile Timer automatically releases the shutter when the priority subject smiles while the Blink Proof function automatically shoots two sequential frames and saves the one in which the subject’s eyes are wide open. In-Camera Red-Eye Fix automatically corrects any perceived red-eye effect before saving the image to memory.



Nikon Coolpix S640 digital camera highlights
Subject Tracking with auto lock-on
Subject tracking with its new auto lock-on capability automatically detects a human face and then continues to track and focus on that subject. Particularly useful when capturing children as they move naturally, Subject Tracking even functions if the subject moves out of the frame and returns within three seconds.

Quick Retouch
Quick Retouch automatically adjusts the contrast and saturation of selected photos to create an enhanced copy with the right finishing touch.

Nikon Coolpix S640 Other Features

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    D-Lighting in action
  • Macro shooting from as close as 2 cm (0.8 in.)
  • 16 handy scene modes for optimized shooting in various settings
  • Scene Auto Selector
  • D-Lighting
  • Active Zoom
  • Auto Sort function
  • Two movie modes with sound
  • Time zone function for easy setting of multiple locations
  • Approx. 45 MB of internal memory
  • Hi-Speed USB connectivity with USB charging via Charging AC Adapter EH-68P or PC
What's in the Box
  • EN-EL12 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
  • EH-68P AC Adapter/Charger
  • UC-E6 USB Cable
  • EG-CP14 Audio Video Cable
  • AN-CP19 Strap
  • Coolpix Software Suite CD-ROM



Product Description
Nikon's sleek, stylish and fast COOLPIX S640 combines class leading speed and compact size with 12.2 effective megapixels and 5x wide angle Zoom-NIKKOR glass lens for stunning prints as large as 16x20 inches. The sleek all-metal design makes it easy to carry, and the incredible, bright 2.7-inch Clear Color LCD makes it easy to compose and share pictures. The COOLPIX S640, with Nikon's EXPEED image processor concept and new 4 Way Image Stabilization gets you sharp pictures with minimal shutter lag. Subject Tracking will track a fast moving subject, even if they temporarily move out of the frame, and ensure sharp focus. 4-way VR Image Stabilization with Optical VR image stabilization, Motion Detection, High ISO, and Best Shot Selector Smart Portrait System with Skin Softening Subject Tracking with auto lock-on detects, tracks, and focuses on the subject Motion Detection for sharp, steady results Scene Auto Selector provides quick, carefree picture-taking in a variety of situations Quick Retouch for the best balance of contrast and saturation D-Lighting adds detail and optimizes exposure to rescue underexposed images 16 Scene Modes Record movies at 640 x 480 resolution at 30fps Effective Pixels - 12.2 Megapixels for stunning prints as large as 16 x 20 inches Image sensor - 1/2.33-in. CCD Lens - 5x Wide Angle Zoom-NIKKOR Glass Lens Lens focal length -. 0-25.0mm (equivalent with 35mm format picture angle - 28-140mm); f/2.7-6.6 LCD monitor - 2.7 Incredible, Bright new Clear Color Display LCD Screen Storage media - Internal memory (approx. 45 MB), SD/SDHC memory cards Image size - up to 4000 x 3000 (High - 4000/Normal - 4000), 3264 x 2448 (Normal - 3264) ISO sensitivity - ISO 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400; Auto, Fixed range auto Vibration Reduction (VR) - Lens shift VR Power sources - Rechargeable L



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Name: Canon A2000 IS Canon SD1200 IS Nikon S640 Canon A3100 IS
Megapixels: 10.0 10.0 12.2 12.1
Optical Zoom: 6 X 3 X 5 X 4 X
Max Res: 3648 x 2756 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
LCD Screen: 3 " 2.5 " 2.7 " 2.7 "
Digital zoom: Yes, 4x Yes, 4x Yes, 4x Yes, 4x
Image stabilizer: Yes Yes, Lens Yes, Lens Yes, Lens
Media Card: SD / SDHC / MMC card SD / SDHC / MMC / MMCplus / HD MMCplus SD / SDHC, Internal SD / SDHC / SDXC / MMC / MMCplus / HD MMCplus
Battery: AA (2) NiMH batteries Lithium-Ion NB-6L battery & charger Nikon EN-EL12 Lithium-ion Battery & charger Rechargeable Li-ion Battery NB-8L
Weight (with batteries): 190 g (6.7 oz) 120 g (4.2 oz) 130 g (4.6 oz) 165 g (5.8 oz)
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Nikon S640 User Reviews

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Out of 5
dealer canceled the order cuz there was no s710 of that price
- Reviewd on: 3/4/2010 12:00:00 AM By: Wei Zhou
dealer wanted to cancel my order and he told me he found there was no s710 in stock at listed price. that's all.
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Out of 5
Surprisingly disappointed
- Reviewd on: 2/13/2010 12:00:00 AM By: Burning Water
I'm a semi-professional photographer who's been using Nikon cameras and products for several years with zero complaints. I purchased this camera to have something more portable for snapshots of friends and family. My faith in Nikon was misplaced and I've found myself sorely wishing that I had gone to a brick and mortar store to test-drive a few small cameras. I admit that it's quite possible that I'm jaded and spoiled after having shot with a D200 and D700 for years, but the picture quality of this camera is incredibly dismal, the build quality is so-so, and the speed of operation is also incredibly disappointing.

If you like to use a flash a lot and aren't really concerned about the quality of your pictures, this camera might be acceptable to you. But if you are somewhat technically savvy when it comes to cameras, you should be aware that the 12 megapixels and ISO 6400 capability do NOT translate into even marginally acceptable picture quality. The sensor in this camera is really from the bottom of the barrel, and after having used it for awhile, I was very disheartened to discover that my iphone actually takes better quality pictures than this camera. Additionally, start-up is surprisingly slow, auto-focus is only quick in really bright light and I've had a few problems transferring files from the camera to my computer (issues with both speed and glitches).

On the bright side, the video quality, although limited by the poor sensor quality is not half-bad. Although I have occasionally had issues with the sound quality (choppy sound sometimes occurs when recording movies).

My advice is to shop around before purchasing this camera. I paid $200 for mine two months ago, and in spite of trying to like and use the camera, I've regretted it ever since.
4
Out of 5
Nice point and shoot
- Reviewd on: 1/28/2010 12:00:00 AM By: E. Stevens
I picked up the Nikon S640 as a throw away camera that I would carry everywhere especially where my DSLR is too bulky/heavy and I am not on a photo job assignment. My philosophy regarding cameras is located here and I will not repeat it (at [...] and select "equipment" from the home page). I will start with my negative points. 1) it is not an indoor sports camera 2)It does not have a manual override; however, the scenes can be selected with an eye towards min depth of field (portate mode) sports for fastest shutter etc. 3) no ability to create raw files. It was a challenge to take an indoor photo without flash at 1600 ASA with a decent shutter speed but it can be done. The time between image capture and operator view of the image is in multiple seconds and seems long.
Positive points - 1) nice form factor, light and small, 2) relatively quick to startup (less than 2 sec) to shoot if in automatic mode, reasonable quality (see gallery of unretouched photos at the [...] equipment selection and then the "here" hot word under point and shoot discriminators). Would I shoot a wedding with it? No; however, I most likely I will take it to dinner tonight when we meet a cousin for the first time.
I have used it extensively to record the snow for the past week. Images are very good and can be printed on 17 inch paper so I am extremely pleased with this camera. If you go to my clarityphotos web site and navigate to the washington dc area in the scenic tab, the snow pictures are on the end of the line.
5
Out of 5
GOOD CAM GREAT PRICE
- Reviewd on: 1/27/2010 12:00:00 AM By: Jonathan Flores
great camera great portability great pictures easy to use the best of all was the price
5
Out of 5
Ideal for Street Photography
- Reviewd on: 1/23/2010 12:00:00 AM By: William R. Bullard
The main camera that is used for a wide range of subjects is my Nikon D70 that I have been using since 2003. The Nikon Coolpix 640 turned out to be my constant companion with a cord attaching around my neck and the camera inserted in my shirt pocket. It can be wide angle for street photography and has a very easy zoom feature adjustment at the shutter release button. It is possible to go to close-up format instantly as well as time-release, flash settings and exposure compensation. Scene modes, white balance and other menu change are instant with a little practice. The overall quality of the photographed images are comparable to my D70.