Nikon P310 vs Sony H55
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Nikon P310 vs Sony H55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Announced June 2012
- Old Model is Nikon P300
- Successor is Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched June 2010

Nikon P310 vs Sony H55 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon P310 versus Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the H55 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The P310 was announced 2 years later than the H55 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the P310 scores vs the H55 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon P310 vs Sony H55 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P310 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Sony H55
P310 | H55 | |||
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Launched | June 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 25 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H55 over the Nikon P310
H55 | P310 |
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Common features in the Nikon P310 and Sony H55
P310 | H55 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Nikon P310 vs Sony H55 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P310 has got exterior measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony H55 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Compare the Nikon P310 versus Sony H55 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the P310 and the H55.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P310 and H55 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Nikon P310 vs Sony H55 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the P310 and H55.
Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon P310 to give more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher P310 will have an advantage in sensor tech.

Nikon P310 vs Sony H55 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P310 vs Sony H55 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-06-22 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Slow Syncro, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 | 194 grams (0.43 lb) | 200 grams (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 103 x 58 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 230 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $700 | $235 |