Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W560
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37 Features
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96 Imaging
37 Features
28 Overall
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Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W560 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 180g - 101 x 68 x 24mm
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W560 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Nikon S1100pj versus Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S1100pj (14MP) and the W560 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S1100pj was unveiled 4 months earlier than the W560 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the S1100pj scores versus the W560 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W560 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S1100pj & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S1100pj Gallery & Sony W560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1100pj over the Sony W560
S1100pj | W560 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Nikon S1100pj
W560 | S1100pj |
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Common features in the Nikon S1100pj and Sony W560
S1100pj | W560 | |||
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Introduced | August 2010 | January 2011 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W560 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1100pj has outer measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sony W560 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S1100pj versus Sony W560 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the S1100pj and the W560.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1100pj and W560 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W560 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S1100pj and W560.
Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you will want to take the launch date of the products into consideration.
Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W560 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S1100pj vs Sony W560 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1100pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1100pj | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-08-17 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | 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 | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 180g (0.40 lbs) | 110g (0.24 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 68 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $399 | $139 |