Nikon S2900 vs Sony W330
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Nikon S2900 vs Sony W330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Launched January 2010
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On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon S2900 and Sony W330, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S2900 (20MP) and W330 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S2900 was launched 5 years after the W330 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the S2900 matches up versus the W330 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S2900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S2900 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Sony W330
| S2900 | W330 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2015 |  | January 2010 | More modern by 62 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Nikon S2900
| W330 | S2900 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S2900 and Sony W330
| S2900 | W330 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Nikon S2900 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S2900 has got external measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony W330 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S2900 compared to the W330.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S2900 and W330 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S2900 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The pic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S2900 and W330.
All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S2900 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger S2900 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S2900 vs Sony W330 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S2900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S2900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2015-01-14 | 2010-01-07 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.7-5.7 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 4cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 119g (0.26 lbs) | 128g (0.28 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" 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 life | 250 images | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL19 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $117 | $170 |
