Nikon L610 vs Sony W710
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![Nikon Coolpix L610 front Nikon Coolpix L610 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L610/Nikon-L610-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710/Sony-W710-front.jpg)
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40 Features
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Nikon L610 vs Sony W710 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 240g - 108 x 69 x 34mm
- Revealed August 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2013
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Nikon L610 vs Sony W710 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Nikon L610 versus Sony W710, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ai-licence-218x150.jpg)
The L610 was unveiled 5 months prior to the W710 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the L610 matches up against the W710 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon L610 vs Sony W710 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L610 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L610 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Sony W710
L610 | W710 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Nikon L610
W710 | L610 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L610 and Sony W710
L610 | W710 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon L610 vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon L610 has outside measurements of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Sony W710 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check the Nikon L610 versus Sony W710 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the L610 and the W710.
![Nikon L610 vs Sony W710 size comparison Nikon L610 vs Sony W710 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L610 and W710 is 90 and 96 respectively.
![Nikon L610 vs Sony W710 top view buttons comparison Nikon L610 vs Sony W710 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L610 vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The image here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the L610 and W710.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account.
![Nikon L610 vs Sony W710 sensor size comparison Nikon L610 vs Sony W710 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L610 vs Sony W710 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L610 vs Sony W710 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L610 vs Sony W710 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Nikon L610 vs Sony W710 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L610 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L610 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-08-09 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 240 grams (0.53 lb) | 114 grams (0.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 120 images | 240 images |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $150 | $90 |