Nikon S220 vs Sony W510

On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon S220 versus Sony W510, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S220 (10MP) and the W510 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S220 was released 23 months earlier than the W510 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S220 matches up versus the W510 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S220 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S220 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S220 has outside dimensions of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Sony W510 has measurements of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S220 versus Sony W510 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the S220 versus the W510.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S220 and W510 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The pic below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S220 and W510.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony W510 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged S220 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.