Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Nikon Coolpix S640

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Sigma DP2 Quattro and the Nikon Coolpix S640, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Sigma DP2 Quattro was introduced in February 2014 and Nikon Coolpix S640 was introduced in August 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Sigma DP2 Quattro Highlights

      • 29 MP APS-C Sensor
      • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
      • 3.0" 920k dot Fixed Screen
      • 3.0 fps Continuous Shooting

      Nikon Coolpix S640 Highlights

      • 12.2 MP 1/2.33-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Sigma DP2 Quattro
      4. Advantage of Nikon Coolpix S640
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Sigma DP2 Quattro and Nikon Coolpix S640.

      PROS

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Light - 395 g (0.87 lb / 13.93 oz)
      •   Video Capture
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 130 g (0.29 lb / 4.59 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      •   No Video Capture
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.2 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      •   Sensor Resolution - 29 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"

      Advantage of Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Sigma DP2 Quattro
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sigma DP2 Quattro over Nikon Coolpix S640.

      Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Nikon Coolpix S640
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs 1/2.33-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 29 Megapixel vs 12.2 Megapixel
      Max Image Resolution 5424 x 3616 vs 4000 x 3000
      RAW Support vs
      Timelapse Recording vs
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/2.8 vs f/6.6
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.70"
      Higher Resolution Screen 920k dot vs 230k dot
      External Flash Connectivity vs
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      Interval Recording vs
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Sigma DP2 Quattro.

      Canon SX160 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Sony W570
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.2 MP

      Nikon B700
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      1/2.3-inch

      20.2 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Panasonic FH8
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      1/2.33-inch

      16.1 MP

      Canon R8
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Fujifilm X-T2
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      APS-C

      24.3 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon SX520 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Canon 5DS
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Advantage of Nikon Coolpix S640

      Nikon S640
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix S640 over Sigma DP2 Quattro.

      Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Nikon Coolpix S640
      Video Capture vs
      Reaches Wider Angle 45 mm mm vs 28 mm
      Reachs More Telephoto 45 mm vs 140 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 1x vs 5x
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/2.8 vs f/2.7
      Image Stabilization vs
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/2000 sec vs 1/8000 sec
      Built-in Flash vs
      Lighter 395 g (0.87 lb / 13.93 oz) vs 130 g (0.29 lb / 4.59 oz)

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Nikon Coolpix S640.

      Nikon S220
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      1/2.33-inch

      10 MP

      Nikon S100
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon S810c
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon S620
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      1/2.33-inch

      12 MP

      Nikon S230
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      1/2.3-inch

      10 MP

      Nikon S800c
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon S630
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      1/2.33-inch

      12 MP

      Nikon S570
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.0 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Sony a7R IV
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      Full Frame

      61.0 MP

      Canon R5 C
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      Full Frame

      45.0 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Sigma DP2 Quattro Nikon Coolpix S640
        High Native ISO6,4006,400
        Live View Autofocus
        Light395 g (0.87 lb / 13.93 oz)130 g (0.29 lb / 4.59 oz)
      WEAKNESSES Sigma DP2 Quattro Nikon Coolpix S640
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        No Viewfinder
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen

      Screen

      Sigma DP2 Quattro has a 3.0" screen with 920k dot resolution and Nikon Coolpix S640 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

      Sensor

      Sigma DP2 Quattro features a 29 megapixel APS-C [] sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.7 mm and a total area of 369 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400. Nikon Coolpix S640 features a 12.2 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 20.8 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400.

      Photography Features

      Sigma DP2 Quattro is equipped with TRUE III processor and can take pictures up to 5424 x 3616 resolution. Nikon Coolpix S640 is equipped with Expeed processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3968 x 2232, 3264 x 2448, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1024 x 768, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.

      Image Stabilization on Nikon Coolpix S640

      Nikon Coolpix S640 has an image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      NFC on Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Sigma DP2 Quattro has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.


      Battery

      Sigma DP2 Quattro comes with BP-51 battery pack and Nikon Coolpix S640 comes with EN-EL12 battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Sigma DP2 Quattro has a single card slot. Nikon Coolpix S640 has a single SD/SDHC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Sigma DP2 Quattro, and up to 1/8000 sec on Nikon Coolpix S640. Sigma DP2 Quattro can shoot continuously up to 3.0 fps.


      Flash

      Nikon Coolpix S640 has a built-in flash. Sigma DP2 Quattro has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Shoe Mount..

      Physical Parameters

      Sigma DP2 Quattro body has dimensions of 161 x 67 x 82 mm (6.34 x 2.64 x 3.23") and Nikon Coolpix S640 body has dimensions of 91 x 55 x 21 mm (3.58 x 2.17 x 0.83"). Sigma DP2 Quattro weighs 395 g (0.87 lb / 13.93 oz) and Nikon Coolpix S640 weighs 130 g (0.29 lb / 4.59 oz).

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      161 mm

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      91 mm

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      21 mm

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      Size comparisons of Sigma DP2 Quattro and Nikon Coolpix S640

      Sigma DP2 Quattro and Nikon Coolpix S640 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      AVERAGE
      67
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      POOR
      45
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      67
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      GOOD
      77
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      GOOD
      78
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 395 g (0.87 lb / 13.93 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 130 g (0.29 lb / 4.59 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      GOOD
      84
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 395 g (0.87 lb / 13.93 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 130 g (0.29 lb / 4.59 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Sigma DP2 Quattro and Nikon Coolpix S640 and give them scores of 56 and 50 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
      50

      Sensor

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Sensor Resolution - 29 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      45
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.2 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      AVERAGE
      62
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      BAD
      0
      •   No Image Stabilization
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      AVERAGE
      55
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      BAD
      36
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Sigma DP2 Quattro

      Nikon Coolpix S640

      POOR
      50
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 395 g (0.87 lb / 13.93 oz)
      POOR
      49
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 130 g (0.29 lb / 4.59 oz)
      •   Internal Storage


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