Nikon S3100 vs Sony W380
96 Imaging
37 Features
23 Overall
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96 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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Nikon S3100 vs Sony W380 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 118g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Announced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
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Following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon S3100 vs Sony W380, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S3100 (14MP) and the W380 (14MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S3100 was revealed 14 months after the W380 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the S3100 matches up versus the W380 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The full galleries are available at Nikon S3100 Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Sony W380
| S3100 | W380 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2011 |  | January 2010 | More modern by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Nikon S3100
| W380 | S3100 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S3100 and Sony W380
| S3100 | W380 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal display measurement |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon S3100 vs Sony W380 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3100 enjoys outer dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W380 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S3100 vs the W380.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3100 and W380 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S3100 vs Sony W380 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The picture below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S3100 and W380.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent S3100 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S3100 vs Sony W380 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S3100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S3100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2011-02-09 | 2010-01-07 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | Bionz |
| 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 | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.50 m | 4.80 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 118g (0.26 lbs) | 117g (0.26 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
| 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 life | 220 photos | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL19 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/portrait2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $139 | $44 |
