Nikon P510 vs Sony HX100V
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Nikon P510 vs Sony HX100V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 555g - 120 x 83 x 102mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon P500
- Later Model is Nikon P520
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 577g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Released October 2011
- Newer Model is Sony HX200V

Nikon P510 vs Sony HX100V Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon P510 versus Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P510 (16MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The P510 was revealed 9 months later than the HX100V and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the P510 grades versus the HX100V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon P510 vs Sony HX100V Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P510 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P510 Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P510 over the Sony HX100V
P510 | HX100V | |||
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Released | July 2012 | ![]() | October 2011 | More recent by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX100V over the Nikon P510
HX100V | P510 |
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Common features in the Nikon P510 and Sony HX100V
P510 | HX100V | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Nikon P510 vs Sony HX100V Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P510 enjoys external dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") accompanied by a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Sony HX100V has dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).
Check the Nikon P510 versus Sony HX100V in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the P510 compared to the HX100V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P510 and HX100V is 66 and 66 respectively.

Nikon P510 vs Sony HX100V Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The photograph below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the P510 and HX100V.
All in all, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs although you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent P510 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

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Nikon P510 vs Sony HX100V Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P510 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P510 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-07-05 | 2011-10-21 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1000mm (41.7x) | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 12.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 555 grams (1.22 lb) | 577 grams (1.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 83 x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
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 | 200 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL5 | NP-FH50 |
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 |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $600 | $429 |