Nikon S1000pj vs Sony W690

Here, we are matching up the Nikon S1000pj vs Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the S1000pj (12MP) and W690 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1000pj was unveiled 3 years earlier than the W690 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S1000pj grades versus the W690 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S1000pj provides physical dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony W690 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S1000pj against the W690.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1000pj and W690 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1000pj and W690.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony W690 to deliver extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older S1000pj is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.