Nikon P310 vs Sony WX350
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Nikon P310 vs Sony WX350 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
- Old Model is Nikon P300
- New Model is Nikon P330
(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
- Announced February 2014
- Older Model is Sony WX300
- Renewed by Sony WX500

Nikon P310 vs Sony WX350 Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the Nikon P310 versus Sony WX350, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the P310 (16MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The P310 was unveiled 20 months before the WX350 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the P310 matches up vs the WX350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon P310 vs Sony WX350 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P310 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P310 Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Sony WX350
P310 | WX350 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Nikon P310
WX350 | P310 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | June 2012 | Fresher by 20 months |
Common features in the Nikon P310 and Sony WX350
P310 | WX350 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Nikon P310 vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P310 enjoys exterior dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony WX350 has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Nikon P310 versus Sony WX350 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the P310 compared to the WX350.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the P310 and WX350 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Nikon P310 vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The graphic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the P310 and WX350.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony WX350 to give you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older P310 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Nikon P310 vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P310 vs Sony WX350 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P310 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P310 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-06-22 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
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 mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194g (0.43 pounds) | 164g (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | 470 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $700 | $270 |