Nikon S100 vs Sony WX30

In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon S100 versus Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S100 was manufactured around the same time to the WX30 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the S100 scores vs the WX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S100 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S100 offers outside dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony WX30 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S100 versus Sony WX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the S100 compared to the WX30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S100 and WX30 is 94 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S100 and WX30.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account.