Nikon S4000 vs Sony W530

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon S4000 and Sony W530, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S4000 (12MP) and the W530 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was unveiled 11 months earlier than the W530 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S4000 matches up against the W530 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S4000 Gallery & Sony W530 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S4000 provides external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony W530 has sizing of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the S4000 compared to the W530.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and W530 is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4000 and W530.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony W530 to deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older S4000 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.