Nikon A100 vs Sony W530
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Nikon A100 vs Sony W530 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost 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
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
- Released January 2011

Nikon A100 vs Sony W530 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Nikon A100 versus Sony W530, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the A100 (20MP) and W530 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A100 was revealed 5 years after the W530 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the A100 scores vs the W530 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon A100 vs Sony W530 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The full galleries are available at Nikon A100 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Sony W530
A100 | W530 | |||
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Released | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 62 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Nikon A100
W530 | A100 |
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Common features in the Nikon A100 and Sony W530
A100 | W530 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Nikon A100 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon A100 enjoys external measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony W530 has measurements of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Compare the Nikon A100 versus Sony W530 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the A100 vs the W530.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A100 and W530 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Nikon A100 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The pic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A100 and W530.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon A100 to result in greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher A100 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon A100 vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon A100 vs Sony W530 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2016-01-14 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
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) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | 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 per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 119 grams (0.26 pounds) | 113 grams (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" 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 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $162 | $269 |