Nikon S4000 vs Nikon S70
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Nikon S4000 vs Nikon S70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 131g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
- Released August 2009
Nikon S4000 vs Nikon S70 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Nikon S4000 versus Nikon S70, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are built by Nikon. The resolution of the S4000 (12MP) and the S70 (12MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S4000 was released 7 months after the S70 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S4000 scores against the S70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S4000 vs Nikon S70 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4000 & Nikon Coolpix S70. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S4000 Gallery & Nikon S70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Nikon S70
S4000 | S70 | |||
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Released | February 2010 | August 2009 | Newer by 7 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 288k | Crisper display (+172k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Nikon S4000
S70 | S4000 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Nikon S4000 and Nikon S70
S4000 | S70 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon S4000 vs Nikon S70 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4000 comes with physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon S70 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S4000 versus Nikon S70 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S4000 against the S70.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and S70 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S4000 vs Nikon S70 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The image below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4000 and S70.
As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger S4000 should have an advantage in sensor tech.
Nikon S4000 vs Nikon S70 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S4000 vs Nikon S70 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Nikon Coolpix S70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Nikon Coolpix S70 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-02-03 | 2009-08-04 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 288k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 131 gr (0.29 pounds) | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | EN-EL10 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $200 | $290 |