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Nikon L31 vs Sony W380

Portability
94
Imaging
41
Features
27
Overall
35
Nikon Coolpix L31 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Nikon L31 vs Sony W380 Key Specs

Nikon L31
(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
  • Revealed January 2015
Sony W380
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
  • 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2010
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Nikon L31 vs Sony W380 Overview

Here is a in depth assessment of the Nikon L31 vs Sony W380, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L31 (16MP) and the W380 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L31 was revealed 5 years later than the W380 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the L31 matches up versus the W380 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L31 over the Sony W380

 L31 W380 
IntroducedJanuary 2015January 2010Fresher by 62 months
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Nikon L31

 W380 L31 

Common features in the Nikon L31 and Sony W380

 L31 W380 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display measurement
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Nikon L31 vs Sony W380 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L31 has got exterior measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony W380 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the L31 and the W380.

Nikon L31 vs Sony W380 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L31 and W380 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Nikon L31 vs Sony W380 top view buttons comparison

Nikon L31 vs Sony W380 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The visual here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L31 and W380.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon L31 to produce greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent L31 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon L31 vs Sony W380 sensor size comparison

Nikon L31 vs Sony W380 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L31 vs Sony W380 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L31 Portrait photography advice
Sony W380 Portrait photography advice
36
MP count good (16MP)
comes with face detect focusing
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
28
megapixel count decent (14MP)
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon L31 Street photography features
Sony W380 Street photography features
56
has image stabilization (Digital)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than competitors (160 grams)
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L31 Sports photography information
Sony W380 Sports photography information
40
has image stabilization (Digital)
MP count good (16MP)
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
35
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L31 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W380 as a Travel photography camera
68
MP count good (16MP)
has built in flash
selfie friendly screen
decently wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors (160 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
65
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (24mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
does not have selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon L31
Landscape photography with Sony W380
39
decently wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Digital)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7")
no manual control
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
38
pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.4)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L31 as a Vlogging camera
Sony W380 as a Vlogging camera
65
decently wide (26mm)
selfie friendly screen
has image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detect focusing
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic support
heavier than competitors (160g)
29
pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.4)
does not have selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone jack
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Nikon L31 vs Sony W380 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L31 and Sony W380
 Nikon Coolpix L31Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380
General Information
Make Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Coolpix L31 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2015-01-14 2010-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.2-6.5 f/2.4-5.9
Macro focusing distance 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 2 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.60 m 4.80 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 160 grams (0.35 pounds) 117 grams (0.26 pounds)
Dimensions 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8")
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 200 photographs -
Form of battery AA -
Battery ID 2 x AA NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (10 secs) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/portrait2)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $0 $44