Nikon P310 vs Sony W710
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![Nikon Coolpix P310 front Nikon Coolpix P310 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-P310/Nikon-P310-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710/Sony-W710-front.jpg)
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Nikon P310 vs Sony W710 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Launched June 2012
- Replaced the Nikon P300
- Successor is Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2013
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Nikon P310 vs Sony W710 Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon P310 vs Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The P310 was released 6 months before the W710 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the P310 scores against the W710 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon P310 vs Sony W710 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P310 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P310 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Sony W710
P310 | W710 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Nikon P310
W710 | P310 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P310 and Sony W710
P310 | W710 | |||
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Introduced | June 2012 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon P310 vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon P310 comes with external dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony W710 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the Nikon P310 vs Sony W710 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the P310 versus the W710.
![Nikon P310 vs Sony W710 size comparison Nikon P310 vs Sony W710 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P310-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P310 and W710 is 92 and 96 respectively.
![Nikon P310 vs Sony W710 top view buttons comparison Nikon P310 vs Sony W710 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P310-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon P310 vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the P310 and W710.
Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account.
![Nikon P310 vs Sony W710 sensor size comparison Nikon P310 vs Sony W710 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P310-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon P310 vs Sony W710 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon P310 vs Sony W710 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon P310 vs Sony W710 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-P310-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street 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 P310 vs Sony W710 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-06-22 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 lbs) | 114 grams (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 | 230 photos | 240 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | 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/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $700 | $90 |