Nikon S3300 vs Sony WX50
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Nikon S3300 vs Sony WX50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012
Nikon S3300 vs Sony WX50 Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Nikon S3300 versus Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S3300 was launched around the same time to the WX50 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S3300 grades vs the WX50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S3300 vs Sony WX50 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Sony WX50
S3300 | WX50 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony WX50 over the Nikon S3300
WX50 | S3300 | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Sony WX50
S3300 | WX50 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | January 2012 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Nikon S3300 vs Sony WX50 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3300 provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony WX50 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S3300 versus Sony WX50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S3300 vs the WX50.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3300 and WX50 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S3300 vs Sony WX50 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3300 and WX50.
As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you should really take the release date of the products into consideration.
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Nikon S3300 vs Sony WX50 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2012-01-30 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Clearfoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128g (0.28 lbs) | 117g (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 | 180 photographs | 240 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $99 | $250 |