Nikon S3000 vs Sony WX1

On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon S3000 versus Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S3000 (12MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is fairly close but the S3000 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") have different sensor measurements.

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The S3000 was revealed 7 months later than the WX1 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S3000 scores versus the WX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The full galleries are available at Nikon S3000 Gallery & Sony WX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S3000 comes with outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S3000 versus Sony WX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the S3000 against the WX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3000 and WX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S3000 and WX1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S3000 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon S3000 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher S3000 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.