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Nikon S1000pj vs Sony G3

Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
21
Overall
28
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
32
Features
30
Overall
31

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony G3 Key Specs

Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
  • Revealed August 2009
Sony G3
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
  • Announced January 2009
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Nikon S1000pj vs Sony G3 Overview

The following is a thorough assessment of the Nikon S1000pj vs Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was announced 7 months after the G3 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S1000pj scores vs the G3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Sony G3

 S1000pj G3 
AnnouncedAugust 2009January 2009Newer by 7 months

Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Nikon S1000pj

 G3 S1000pj 
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Screen dimension3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution921k230kCrisper screen (+691k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Sony G3

 S1000pj G3 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1000pj has got physical measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Nikon S1000pj vs Sony G3 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and G3 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony G3 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The picture below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1000pj and G3.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon S1000pj to provide you with extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S1000pj is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony G3 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony G3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Portrait photography information
Sony G3 Portrait photography information
20
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
25
has manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Street photography camera
Sony G3 as a Street photography camera
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Sports photography info
Sony G3 Sports photography info
33
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
23
built in image stabilization (Optical)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000s)
max frames per second low (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Travel photography features
Sony G3 Travel photography features
57
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
no Timelapse mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
50
built-in flash
no Timelapse recording
low MP (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Landscape photography advice
Sony G3 Landscape photography advice
32
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Timelapse mode
35
has manual focus
bigger than average screen (3.5")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual mode
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Vlogging camera
Sony G3 as a Vlogging camera
28
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone support
27
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
no microphone support
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Nikon S1000pj vs Sony G3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1000pj and Sony G3
 Nikon Coolpix S1000pjSony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
General Information
Make Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-08-04 2009-01-08
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focusing range 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 3.5"
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 921 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 1s
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/1000s
Continuous shutter rate - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 4.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 175 grams (0.39 pounds) 185 grams (0.41 pounds)
Dimensions 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID EN-EL12 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $289 $200