Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W310
93 Imaging
36 Features
27 Overall
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96 Imaging
35 Features
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Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 180g - 101 x 68 x 24mm
- Revealed August 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Released January 2010

Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W310 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W310, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S1100pj (14MP) and the W310 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S1100pj was brought out 8 months after the W310 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S1100pj grades vs the W310 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W310 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S1100pj & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S1100pj Gallery & Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1100pj over the Sony W310
S1100pj | W310 | |||
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Released | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 8 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Nikon S1100pj
W310 | S1100pj |
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Common features in the Nikon S1100pj and Sony W310
S1100pj | W310 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1100pj comes with exterior dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony W310 has measurements of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check the Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W310 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S1100pj and the W310.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S1100pj and W310 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The pic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1100pj and W310.
Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon S1100pj to deliver greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent S1100pj should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W310 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1100pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1100pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-08-17 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
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 | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
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, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 180g (0.40 pounds) | 137g (0.30 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 68 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 95 x 55 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 model | EN-EL12 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $399 | $150 |