Nikon A10 vs Sony W570
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Nikon A10 vs Sony W570 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 116g - 91 x 52 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011

Nikon A10 vs Sony W570 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Nikon A10 vs Sony W570, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the A10 (16MP) and the W570 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The A10 was released 5 years after the W570 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the A10 matches up vs the W570 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon A10 vs Sony W570 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon A10 Gallery & Sony W570 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A10 over the Sony W570
A10 | W570 | |||
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Announced | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 62 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W570 over the Nikon A10
W570 | A10 |
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Common features in the Nikon A10 and Sony W570
A10 | W570 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Nikon A10 vs Sony W570 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon A10 has got physical dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony W570 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon A10 vs Sony W570 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the A10 vs the W570.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A10 and W570 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Nikon A10 vs Sony W570 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A10 and W570.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you will need to take the age of the products into consideration. The fresher A10 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon A10 vs Sony W570 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon A10 vs Sony W570 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2016-01-14 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.2 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.60 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lb) | 116 grams (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 91 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $90 | $159 |