Nikon L610 vs Sony WX300
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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-WX300 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX300/Sony-WX300-front.jpg)
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38 Overall
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Nikon L610 vs Sony WX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Released August 2012
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Announced February 2013
- Renewed by Sony WX350
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Nikon L610 vs Sony WX300 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon L610 and Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The L610 was introduced 6 months prior to the WX300 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the L610 grades against the WX300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon L610 vs Sony WX300 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L610 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L610 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Sony WX300
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Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Nikon L610
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Common features in the Nikon L610 and Sony WX300
L610 | WX300 | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | February 2013 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L610 vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L610 comes with exterior dimensions 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 WX300 has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L610 and Sony WX300 in our brand new 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 dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the L610 vs the WX300.
![Nikon L610 vs Sony WX300 size comparison Nikon L610 vs Sony WX300 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX300-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the L610 and WX300 is 90 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon L610 vs Sony WX300 top view buttons comparison Nikon L610 vs Sony WX300 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX300-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L610 vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The pic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L610 and WX300.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony WX300 to give you more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively.
![Nikon L610 vs Sony WX300 sensor size comparison Nikon L610 vs Sony WX300 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX300-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L610 vs Sony WX300 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L610 vs Sony WX300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L610 vs Sony WX300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L610-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX300-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L610 vs Sony WX300 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L610 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L610 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-08-09 | 2013-02-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.30 m |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 240 gr (0.53 lb) | 166 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | 120 shots | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-BX1 |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $150 | $330 |