Nikon S4000 vs Sony WX220

Here is a extended review of the Nikon S4000 vs Sony WX220, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the S4000 (12MP) and WX220 (18MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was released 5 years before the WX220 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S4000 matches up vs the WX220 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S4000 Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S4000 has outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony WX220 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S4000 vs Sony WX220 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S4000 vs the WX220.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and WX220 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S4000 and WX220.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony WX220 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older S4000 will be behind in sensor tech.