Nikon A100 vs Sony W330
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Nikon A100 vs Sony W330 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
- Revealed January 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Launched January 2010

Nikon A100 vs Sony W330 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Nikon A100 vs Sony W330, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and W330 (14MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The A100 was introduced 6 years after the W330 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the A100 matches up vs the W330 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon A100 vs Sony W330 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The whole galleries are available at Nikon A100 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Sony W330
A100 | W330 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 74 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Nikon A100
W330 | A100 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon A100 and Sony W330
A100 | W330 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon A100 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A100 features outside measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W330 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon A100 vs Sony W330 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the A100 versus the W330.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A100 and W330 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Nikon A100 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A100 and W330.
As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon A100 to offer more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent A100 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

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Nikon A100 vs Sony W330 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2016-01-14 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | 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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.1 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 119g (0.26 lb) | 128g (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $162 | $170 |