Nikon L810 vs Sony WX350
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Nikon L810 vs Sony WX350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Later Model is Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Released February 2014
- Old Model is Sony WX300
- Refreshed by Sony WX500
Nikon L810 vs Sony WX350 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Nikon L810 and Sony WX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe L810 was manufactured 24 months prior to the WX350 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the L810 grades vs the WX350 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L810 vs Sony WX350 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L810 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Sony WX350
L810 | WX350 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Nikon L810
WX350 | L810 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | February 2012 | More modern by 24 months |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Sony WX350
L810 | WX350 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L810 vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon L810 offers physical dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Sony WX350 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L810 and Sony WX350 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the L810 against the WX350.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and WX350 is 74 and 94 respectively.
Nikon L810 vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L810 and WX350.
Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX350 to resolve more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged L810 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Nikon L810 vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L810 vs Sony WX350 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.2fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 430 gr (0.95 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 300 photographs | 470 photographs |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $280 | $270 |