Nikon S02 vs Sony W380

In this article, we are evaluating the Nikon S02 vs Sony W380, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S02 (13MP) and the W380 (14MP) is fairly close but the S02 (1/3") and W380 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The S02 was launched 3 years later than the W380 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S02 scores vs the W380 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S02 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S02 Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S02 enjoys physical dimensions of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Sony W380 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S02 against the W380.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S02 and W380 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S02 and W380.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S02 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony W380 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher S02 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.