Nikon S4100 vs Sony W810
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Nikon S4100 vs Sony W810 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
- Announced January 2014
Nikon S4100 vs Sony W810 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon S4100 vs Sony W810, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the S4100 (14MP) and W810 (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S4100 was revealed 3 years earlier than the W810 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S4100 matches up versus the W810 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S4100 vs Sony W810 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S4100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S4100 Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Sony W810
S4100 | W810 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Nikon S4100
W810 | S4100 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | February 2011 | Fresher by 35 months |
Common features in the Nikon S4100 and Sony W810
S4100 | W810 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon S4100 vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4100 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony W810 has proportions of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S4100 vs Sony W810 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the S4100 vs the W810.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4100 and W810 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S4100 vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S4100 and W810.
As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony W810 to provide more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The older S4100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S4100 vs Sony W810 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 27-162mm (6.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 3.20 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 111 grams (0.24 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 photos | 200 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $140 | $100 |