Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570
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![Nikon Coolpix S3000 front Nikon Coolpix S3000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S3000/Nikon-S3000-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W570/Sony-W570-front.jpg)
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Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 116g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Announced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 116g - 91 x 52 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
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Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the S3000 (12MP) and W570 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S3000 was unveiled 11 months earlier than the W570 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S3000 scores versus the W570 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S3000 Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3000 over the Sony W570
S3000 | W570 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W570 over the Nikon S3000
W570 | S3000 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S3000 and Sony W570
S3000 | W570 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3000 provides outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W570 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570 in the latest 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)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S3000 against the W570.
![Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570 size comparison Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3000-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W570-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3000 and W570 is 96 and 96 respectively.
![Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570 top view buttons comparison Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3000-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W570-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The picture here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S3000 and W570.
All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony W570 to offer extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S3000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570 sensor size comparison Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3000-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W570-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S3000 vs Sony W570 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S3000-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W570-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 S3000 vs Sony W570 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-02-03 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 116 grams (0.26 lb) | 116 grams (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 91 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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-EL10 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $150 | $159 |