Nikon P310 vs Sony WX30
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Nikon P310 vs Sony WX30 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
- Released June 2012
- Older Model is Nikon P300
- Refreshed by Nikon P330
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Announced July 2011

Nikon P310 vs Sony WX30 Overview
Following is a extensive review of the Nikon P310 and Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The P310 was manufactured 12 months after the WX30 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the P310 grades versus the WX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon P310 vs Sony WX30 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P310 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P310 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Sony WX30
P310 | WX30 | |||
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Announced | June 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 12 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Nikon P310
WX30 | P310 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P310 and Sony WX30
P310 | WX30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon P310 vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P310 enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony WX30 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Nikon P310 and Sony WX30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the P310 compared to the WX30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P310 and WX30 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Nikon P310 vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P310 and WX30.
As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures however you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer P310 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

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Nikon P310 vs Sony WX30 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-06-22 | 2011-07-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 99 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194g (0.43 lb) | 117g (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 230 shots | 250 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $700 | $259 |