Nikon S4000 vs Sony WX9
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Nikon S4000 vs Sony WX9 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
- Announced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 56 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2011
Nikon S4000 vs Sony WX9 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Nikon S4000 versus Sony WX9, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the S4000 (12MP) and WX9 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S4000 was unveiled 11 months prior to the WX9 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S4000 scores vs the WX9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S4000 vs Sony WX9 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S4000 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4000 over the Sony WX9
S4000 | WX9 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX9 over the Nikon S4000
WX9 | S4000 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | February 2010 | Fresher by 11 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S4000 and Sony WX9
S4000 | WX9 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon S4000 vs Sony WX9 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4000 enjoys 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) whilst the Sony WX9 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S4000 versus Sony WX9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S4000 and the WX9.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4000 and WX9 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Nikon S4000 vs Sony WX9 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S4000 and WX9.
All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony WX9 to offer you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The older S4000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon S4000 vs Sony WX9 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S4000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-02-03 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 8cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 131g (0.29 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $188 |