Nikon S4000 vs Sony W350
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Nikon S4000 vs Sony W350 Key Specs
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- 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
- Announced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
- Launched January 2010
Nikon S4000 vs Sony W350 Overview
The following is a complete overview of the Nikon S4000 and Sony W350, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S4000 (12MP) and the W350 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S4000 was launched within a month of the W350 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S4000 matches up versus the W350 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S4000 vs Sony W350 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S4000 Gallery and Sony W350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Sony W350
S4000 | W350 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Nikon S4000
W350 | S4000 |
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Common features in the Nikon S4000 and Sony W350
S4000 | W350 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | January 2010 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon S4000 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S4000 comes with external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony W350 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S4000 and Sony W350 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S4000 and the W350.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4000 and W350 is 96 and 97 respectively.
Nikon S4000 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The picture here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4000 and W350.
To sum up, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony W350 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively.
Nikon S4000 vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S4000 vs Sony W350 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-02-03 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Max 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 131g (0.29 lbs) | 117g (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $200 | $200 |