Nikon S02 vs Sony W530

Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon S02 vs Sony W530, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S02 (13MP) and the W530 (14MP) is relatively close but the S02 (1/3") and W530 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The S02 was revealed 2 years later than the W530 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S02 matches up vs the W530 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S02 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The full galleries are available at Nikon S02 Gallery & Sony W530 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S02 has got outside dimensions of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Sony W530 has proportions of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the S02 versus the W530.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S02 and W530 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S02 and W530.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S02 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Sony W530 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern S02 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.