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Nikon S4100 vs Sony W320

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
33
Overall
35
Nikon Coolpix S4100 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 front
Portability
97
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30

Nikon S4100 vs Sony W320 Key Specs

Nikon S4100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
  • Introduced February 2011
Sony W320
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 117g - 93 x 52 x 17mm
  • Announced January 2010
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Nikon S4100 vs Sony W320 Overview

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon S4100 vs Sony W320, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S4100 (14MP) and the W320 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S4100 was brought out 14 months after the W320 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S4100 scores against the W320 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Sony W320

 S4100 W320 
AnnouncedFebruary 2011January 2010More modern by 14 months
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W320 over the Nikon S4100

 W320 S4100 

Common features in the Nikon S4100 and Sony W320

 S4100 W320 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

Nikon S4100 vs Sony W320 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S4100 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony W320 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S4100 and the W320.

Nikon S4100 vs Sony W320 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4100 and W320 is 99 and 97 respectively.

Nikon S4100 vs Sony W320 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S4100 vs Sony W320 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S4100 and W320.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer S4100 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S4100 vs Sony W320 sensor size comparison

Nikon S4100 vs Sony W320 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S4100 vs Sony W320 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S4100 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W320 as a Portrait photography camera
33
good resolution (14MP)
comes with face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
28
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S4100 as a Street photography camera
Sony W320 as a Street photography camera
64
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
boasts touch to focus
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
49
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S4100 as a Sports photography camera
Sony W320 as a Sports photography camera
37
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14MP)
comes with tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (190 per charge)
has no phase detect auto focus
26
decent MP (14MP)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S4100
Travel photography with Sony W320
67
boasts touch to focus
good resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
not so great battery life (190 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.2)
66
decent MP (14MP)
built-in flash
really wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S4100 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W320 as a Landscape photography camera
41
fairly wide (26mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
no manual mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
not so great battery life (190 per charge)
does not have Time Lapse mode
33
really wide (26mm)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S4100
Vlogging with Sony W320
33
fairly wide (26mm)
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with face detect focus
slow max aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic socket
26
really wide (26mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have external mic port
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Nikon S4100 vs Sony W320 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S4100 and Sony W320
 Nikon Coolpix S4100Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320
General Information
Make Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Coolpix S4100 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-02-09 2010-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by Expeed C2 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.2-6.5 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focusing range 10cm 4cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 1s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.50 m 4.80 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 117 grams (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 93 x 52 x 17mm (3.7" 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 life 190 shots -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL19 NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD / SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $140 $269