Nikon S220 vs Sony W330
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![Nikon Coolpix S220 front Nikon Coolpix S220 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S220/Nikon-S220-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W330/Sony-W330-front.jpg)
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Nikon S220 vs Sony W330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 2000
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 100g - 90 x 56 x 18mm
- Launched February 2009
(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
- Introduced January 2010
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Nikon S220 vs Sony W330 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Nikon S220 vs Sony W330, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the S220 (10MP) and W330 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The S220 was introduced 11 months earlier than the W330 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S220 scores against the W330 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon S220 vs Sony W330 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S220 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S220 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S220 over the Sony W330
S220 | W330 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Nikon S220
W330 | S220 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 11 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Nikon S220 and Sony W330
S220 | W330 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon S220 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S220 has outside measurements of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while 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).
Check out the Nikon S220 vs Sony W330 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S220 against the W330.
![Nikon S220 vs Sony W330 size comparison Nikon S220 vs Sony W330 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S220-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W330-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S220 and W330 is 97 and 96 respectively.
![Nikon S220 vs Sony W330 top view buttons comparison Nikon S220 vs Sony W330 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S220-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W330-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S220 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The image underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S220 and W330.
To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony W330 to offer you more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged S220 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
![Nikon S220 vs Sony W330 sensor size comparison Nikon S220 vs Sony W330 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S220-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W330-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S220 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S220 vs Sony W330 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S220 vs Sony W330 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S220-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W330-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S220 vs Sony W330 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S220 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S220 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 2000 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 100 gr (0.22 lbs) | 128 gr (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 90 x 56 x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" 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-EL10 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $56 | $170 |