Nikon S3100 vs Sony W550
Portability
96 Imaging
37 Features
23 Overall
31
96 Imaging
37 Features
23 Overall
31
Portability
96 Imaging
37 Features
28 Overall
33
96 Imaging
37 Features
28 Overall
33
Nikon S3100 vs Sony W550 Key Specs
Nikon S3100
(Full Review)
(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
- Released February 2011
Sony W550
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Launched July 2011
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On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon S3100 versus Sony W550, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S3100 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S3100 was announced 5 months prior to the W550 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S3100 scores against the W550 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3100 over the Sony W550
| S3100 | W550 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony W550 over the Nikon S3100
| W550 | S3100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S3100 and Sony W550
| S3100 | W550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2011 |  | July 2011 | Same age |
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon S3100 vs Sony W550 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S3100 comes with external dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W550 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S3100 against the W550.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3100 and W550 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S3100 vs Sony W550 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The visual here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S3100 and W550.
To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should always consider the launch date of the cameras into account.
Nikon S3100 vs Sony W550 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Nikon S3100 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W550 as a Portrait photography camera
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
supports face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
megapixel count decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sony W550 Street photography details
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Nikon S3100 Sports photography factors
Sony W550 Sports photography factors
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
max fps very slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Nikon S3100 Travel photography highlights
Sony W550 Travel photography highlights
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
really wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Nikon S3100 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W550 as a Landscape photography camera
really wide (26mm)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
really wide (26mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Timelapse function
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Nikon S3100 Vlogging factors
Sony W550 Vlogging factors
really wide (26mm)
supports face detection autofocus
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic jack
really wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone jack
Photography Glossary
Nikon S3100 vs Sony W550 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S3100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S3100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2011-02-09 | 2011-07-24 |
| 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.7-5.7 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.50 m | 3.80 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 118g (0.26 lbs) | 110g (0.24 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 life | 220 images | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL19 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | - |
| Launch pricing | $139 | $119 |
