Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX220
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Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 118g - 96 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Released February 2014
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Here is a in depth assessment of the Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX220, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S3700 (20MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S3700 was introduced 12 months later than the WX220 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S3700 grades vs the WX220 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3700 Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3700 over the Sony WX220
| S3700 | WX220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2015 |  | February 2014 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Nikon S3700
| WX220 | S3700 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S3700 and Sony WX220
| S3700 | WX220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither comes with Touch display |
Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S3700 comes with exterior dimensions of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony WX220 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the S3700 versus the WX220.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S3700 and WX220 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The visual below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3700 and WX220.
To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S3700 to render greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer S3700 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S3700 vs Sony WX220 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S3700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S3700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2015-01-14 | 2014-02-12 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Expeed C2 | Bionz X |
| 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 | 20 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 2cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 2.80 m | 3.70 m (with Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| 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 | 118 grams (0.26 lbs) | 121 grams (0.27 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 96 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| 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 | 240 photographs | 210 photographs |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL19 | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $175 | $198 |