Nikon S01 vs Sony W320
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Nikon S01 vs Sony W320 Key Specs
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- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 96g - 77 x 52 x 17mm
- Introduced June 2013
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 93 x 52 x 17mm
- Launched January 2010
Nikon S01 vs Sony W320 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon S01 vs Sony W320, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the S01 (10MP) and W320 (14MP) and the S01 (1/2.9") and W320 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe S01 was brought out 3 years after the W320 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S01 scores vs the W320 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S01 vs Sony W320 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S01 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S01 Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S01 over the Sony W320
S01 | W320 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | January 2010 | Newer by 43 months | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W320 over the Nikon S01
W320 | S01 | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Nikon S01 and Sony W320
S01 | W320 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon S01 vs Sony W320 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S01 features external measurements of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs) while the Sony W320 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S01 vs Sony W320 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S01 versus the W320.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S01 and W320 is 97 and 97 respectively.
Nikon S01 vs Sony W320 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S01 and W320.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S01 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony W320 will deliver extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern S01 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
Nikon S01 vs Sony W320 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S01 vs Sony W320 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S01 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S01 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-06-21 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.9" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.96 x 3.72mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 18.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 1.20 m | 4.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 96 gr (0.21 pounds) | 117 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 77 x 52 x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 93 x 52 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 | 190 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Built-in | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | - | 1 |
Retail price | $170 | $269 |