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Nikon S1000pj vs Sony W650

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
32
Overall
36

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony W650 Key Specs

Nikon S1000pj
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
  • Revealed August 2009
Sony W650
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
  • 124g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
  • Released January 2012
Photography Glossary

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony W650 Overview

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon S1000pj vs Sony W650, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and W650 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was introduced 3 years prior to the W650 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S1000pj scores against the W650 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Sony W650

 S1000pj W650 

Reasons to pick Sony W650 over the Nikon S1000pj

 W650 S1000pj 
ReleasedJanuary 2012August 2009Newer by 29 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Sony W650

 S1000pj W650 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony W650 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S1000pj comes with exterior measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony W650 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the S1000pj vs the W650.

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony W650 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and W650 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony W650 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony W650 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1000pj and W650.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony W650 to offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony W650 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony W650 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1000pj vs Sony W650 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Portrait photography features
Sony W650 Portrait photography features
21
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
34
decent MP (16MP)
comes with face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Street photography factors
Sony W650 Street photography factors
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (124g)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Sports photography information
Sony W650 Sports photography information
34
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S1000pj
Travel photography with Sony W650
57
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
MP count low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
69
lighter than others in class (124g)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
missing Time Lapse function
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S1000pj as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W650 as a Landscape photography camera
32
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
43
really wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
no manual mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1000pj Vlogging factors
Sony W650 Vlogging factors
28
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic jack
33
really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect autofocus
lighter than others in class (124 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic socket
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Nikon S1000pj vs Sony W650 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1000pj and Sony W650
 Nikon Coolpix S1000pjSony Cyber-shot DSC-W650
General Information
Make Nikon Sony
Model Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-08-04 2012-01-10
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed BIONZ
Sensor type CCD 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 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Max boosted ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/2.6-6.3
Macro focus range 3cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - Clear Photo TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 2s
Highest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 3.70 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 175 gr (0.39 lbs) 124 gr (0.27 lbs)
Physical dimensions 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 - 220 images
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL12 NP-BN
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Price at launch $289 $140