Nikon S02 vs Sony W810

Let's take a closer look at the Nikon S02 and Sony W810, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the S02 (13MP) and W810 (20MP) and the S02 (1/3") and W810 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The S02 was brought out 4 months earlier than the W810 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S02 grades against the W810 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S02 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S02 Gallery and Sony W810 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S02 offers outside measurements of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Sony W810 has specifications of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S02 and Sony W810 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S02 versus the W810.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S02 and W810 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The image underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S02 and W810.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S02 because of its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Sony W810 will show more detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively.