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Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W330

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
27
Overall
33
Nikon Coolpix S1100pj front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30

Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W330 Key Specs

Nikon S1100pj
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 180g - 101 x 68 x 24mm
  • Announced August 2010
Sony W330
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
  • Released January 2010
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Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W330 Overview

On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon S1100pj versus Sony W330, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S1100pj (14MP) and the W330 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1100pj was announced 8 months after the W330 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S1100pj scores against the W330 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S1100pj over the Sony W330

 S1100pj W330 
ReleasedAugust 2010January 2010More modern by 8 months
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Nikon S1100pj

 W330 S1100pj 

Common features in the Nikon S1100pj and Sony W330

 S1100pj W330 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurements
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1100pj enjoys external measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony W330 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S1100pj versus the W330.

Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W330 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S1100pj and W330 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W330 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The pic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1100pj and W330.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you should really factor the age of the products into consideration. The fresher S1100pj provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W330 sensor size comparison

Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W330 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Portrait photography information
Sony W330 Portrait photography information
28
resolution is good (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual control
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
28
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon S1100pj as a Street photography camera
Sony W330 as a Street photography camera
54
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
heavier than others (180g)
48
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S1100pj as a Sports photography camera
Sony W330 as a Sports photography camera
38
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
26
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Travel photography factors
Sony W330 Travel photography factors
61
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than others (180g)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.9)
65
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
does not offer selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon S1100pj
Landscape photography with Sony W330
42
decently wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
38
fairly wide (26mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S1100pj Vlogging info
Sony W330 Vlogging info
29
decently wide (28mm)
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic support
heavier than others (180 grams)
26
fairly wide (26mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
does not offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of microphone support
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Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W330 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S1100pj and Sony W330
 Nikon Coolpix S1100pjSony Cyber-shot DSC-W330
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Coolpix S1100pj Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-08-17 2010-01-07
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed C2 -
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focusing distance 3cm 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of display 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 2s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1500s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.50 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format H.264 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 180g (0.40 lb) 128g (0.28 lb)
Physical dimensions 101 x 68 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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 NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail pricing $399 $170