Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon AW130 and Nikon S640 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon AW130 has external dimensions of 110 x 66 x 27 mm (4.33 x 2.6 x 1.06″) and weighs 221 g (0.49 lb / 7.80 oz) (including batteries). Nikon S640 has external dimensions of 91 x 55 x 21 mm (3.58 x 2.17 x 0.83″) and weighs 130 g (0.29 lb / 4.59 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon AW130 and the Nikon S640. Nikon S640 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 19mm narrower, 11mm shorter and 6mm thinner than Nikon AW130.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon AW130 and Nikon S640.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon AW130 and Nikon S640.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S640 is significantly lighter (91g ) than the Nikon AW130 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the AW130 has a big advantage over the S640 which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon AW130's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Nikon S640's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.