Nikon A10 vs Sony W560

Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon A10 vs Sony W560, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A10 (16MP) and the W560 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A10 was manufactured 5 years after the W560 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A10 matches up versus the W560 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon A10 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon A10 offers outer measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony W560 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Nikon A10 vs Sony W560 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the A10 and the W560.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A10 and W560 is 94 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A10 and W560.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon A10 to provide greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern A10 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.