Nikon S100 vs Sony W710
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Nikon S100 vs Sony W710 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Released August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2013
Nikon S100 vs Sony W710 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Nikon S100 versus Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe S100 was released 16 months prior to the W710 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S100 scores against the W710 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S100 vs Sony W710 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S100 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Sony W710
S100 | W710 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display size | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 820k | 230k | Crisper display (+590k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Nikon S100
W710 | S100 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | August 2011 | Fresher by 16 months |
Common features in the Nikon S100 and Sony W710
S100 | W710 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Nikon S100 vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S100 features physical measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony W710 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S100 versus Sony W710 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S100 vs the W710.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and W710 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S100 vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and W710.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you might want to take the age of the products into consideration. The older S100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon S100 vs Sony W710 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-08-24 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 820k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Organic LED monitor | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 lbs) | 114g (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 150 photographs | 240 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $240 | $90 |