Nikon L810 vs Sony W610
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Nikon L810 vs Sony W610 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Released February 2012
- New Model is Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 113g - 93 x 52 x 19mm
- Announced January 2012
Nikon L810 vs Sony W610 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon L810 and Sony W610, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the W610 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe L810 was announced within a month of the W610 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the L810 matches up vs the W610 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L810 vs Sony W610 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L810 Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Sony W610
L810 | W610 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W610 over the Nikon L810
W610 | L810 |
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Common features in the Nikon L810 and Sony W610
L810 | W610 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | January 2012 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L810 vs Sony W610 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L810 has outer dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Sony W610 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L810 and Sony W610 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the L810 vs the W610.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L810 and W610 is 74 and 97 respectively.
Nikon L810 vs Sony W610 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L810 and W610.
Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon L810 to provide extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively.
Nikon L810 vs Sony W610 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L810 vs Sony W610 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
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 | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.2fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 430 grams (0.95 lb) | 113 grams (0.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 93 x 52 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 | 300 images | 250 images |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $280 | $200 |