Nikon S4000 vs Sony W570
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Nikon S4000 vs Sony W570 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 131g - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Released February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 116g - 91 x 52 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011

Nikon S4000 vs Sony W570 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Nikon S4000 vs Sony W570, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the S4000 (12MP) and W570 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S4000 was announced 11 months prior to the W570 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S4000 matches up versus the W570 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S4000 vs Sony W570 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S4000 Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Sony W570
S4000 | W570 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W570 over the Nikon S4000
W570 | S4000 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon S4000 and Sony W570
S4000 | W570 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Nikon S4000 vs Sony W570 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4000 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony W570 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S4000 vs Sony W570 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the S4000 against the W570.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S4000 and W570 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S4000 vs Sony W570 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S4000 and W570.
As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony W570 to offer more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S4000 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

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Nikon S4000 vs Sony W570 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-02-03 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 8cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 131g (0.29 lb) | 116g (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 91 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | EN-EL10 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $200 | $159 |