Nikon A100 vs Sony W320
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Nikon A100 vs Sony W320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 93 x 52 x 17mm
- Announced January 2010

Nikon A100 vs Sony W320 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Nikon A100 vs Sony W320, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and W320 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A100 was revealed 6 years after the W320 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the A100 matches up against the W320 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon A100 vs Sony W320 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon A100 Gallery & Sony W320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Sony W320
A100 | W320 | |||
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Announced | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 74 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W320 over the Nikon A100
W320 | A100 |
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Common features in the Nikon A100 and Sony W320
A100 | W320 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon A100 vs Sony W320 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon A100 enjoys external dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony W320 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Nikon A100 vs Sony W320 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the A100 versus the W320.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A100 and W320 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Nikon A100 vs Sony W320 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A100 and W320.
Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon A100 to produce greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher A100 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon A100 vs Sony W320 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon A100 vs Sony W320 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2016-01-14 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.1 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 119 gr (0.26 lbs) | 117 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 93 x 52 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $162 | $269 |