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Nikon L810 vs Sony WX150

Portability
74
Imaging
38
Features
38
Overall
38
Nikon Coolpix L810 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 front
Portability
95
Imaging
41
Features
43
Overall
41

Nikon L810 vs Sony WX150 Key Specs

Nikon L810
(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
  • Refreshed by Nikon L820
Sony WX150
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 133g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
  • Launched February 2012
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Nikon L810 vs Sony WX150 Overview

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon L810 and Sony WX150, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L810 was launched very close to the WX150 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the L810 matches up vs the WX150 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Sony WX150

 L810 WX150 
Screen resolution921k461kCrisper screen (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony WX150 over the Nikon L810

 WX150 L810 

Common features in the Nikon L810 and Sony WX150

 L810 WX150 
LaunchedFebruary 2012February 2012Same age
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurements
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Nikon L810 vs Sony WX150 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L810 features outer measurements 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 WX150 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L810 and Sony WX150 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the L810 against the WX150.

Nikon L810 vs Sony WX150 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and WX150 is 74 and 95 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Sony WX150 top view buttons comparison

Nikon L810 vs Sony WX150 Sensor Comparison

Normally, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The pic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L810 and WX150.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony WX150 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively.

Nikon L810 vs Sony WX150 sensor size comparison

Nikon L810 vs Sony WX150 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L810 vs Sony WX150 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L810 Portrait photography highlights
Sony WX150 Portrait photography highlights
34
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
has face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
37
sensor resolution is decent (18MP)
includes face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon L810 Street photography factors
Sony WX150 Street photography factors
48
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (133g)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L810 Sports photography info
Sony WX150 Sports photography info
44
long zoom range (23-585mm 25.4 x zoom)
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.2 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
45
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L810 as a Travel photography camera
Sony WX150 as a Travel photography camera
60
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (23mm)
long zoom (585mm)
no Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
71
lighter than competition in class (133 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (18MP)
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
great zoom (250mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L810 Landscape photography information
Sony WX150 Landscape photography information
40
rather wide (23mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
no manual exposure
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
45
really wide (25mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (18MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L810 Vlogging info
Sony WX150 Vlogging info
27
rather wide (23mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect focus
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic socket
35
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (133g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
does not have external mic socket
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Nikon L810 vs Sony WX150 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L810 and Sony WX150
 Nikon Coolpix L810Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150
General Information
Brand Nikon Sony
Model Nikon Coolpix L810 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Released 2012-02-01 2012-02-28
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 18 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4896 x 3672
Highest native ISO 1600 12800
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 23-585mm (25.4x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 921k dots 461k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating ClearPhoto TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate 1.2 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 3.70 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 metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 430 grams (0.95 pounds) 133 grams (0.29 pounds)
Dimensions 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
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 pictures 240 pictures
Style 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
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Launch cost $280 $300