Nikon P330 vs Sony G3
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Nikon P330 vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Introduced March 2013
- Earlier Model is Nikon P310
- Replacement is Nikon P340
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
Nikon P330 vs Sony G3 Overview
Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon P330 vs Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the P330 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is relatively similar but the P330 (1/1.7") and G3 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe P330 was brought out 4 years later than the G3 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the P330 grades against the G3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon P330 vs Sony G3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P330 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P330 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P330 over the Sony G3
P330 | G3 | |||
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Launched | March 2013 | January 2009 | Fresher by 51 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Nikon P330
G3 | P330 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P330 and Sony G3
P330 | G3 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 921k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon P330 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon P330 enjoys physical measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony G3 has measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon P330 vs Sony G3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the P330 against the G3.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the P330 and G3 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Nikon P330 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the P330 and G3.
As you can tell, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The P330 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon P330 will deliver more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent P330 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Nikon P330 vs Sony G3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P330 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P330 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-03-04 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-5.6 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.50 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720p (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 200g (0.44 pounds) | 185g (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 213 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $500 | $200 |