Nikon S4100 vs Sony WX220
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Nikon S4100 vs Sony WX220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Launched February 2011
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Released February 2014
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On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon S4100 versus Sony WX220, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the S4100 (14MP) and WX220 (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S4100 was released 4 years prior to the WX220 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S4100 grades versus the WX220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S4100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S4100 Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Sony WX220
| S4100 | WX220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Nikon S4100
| WX220 | S4100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2014 |  | February 2011 | More modern by 36 months |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S4100 and Sony WX220
| S4100 | WX220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon S4100 vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4100 has got outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony WX220 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S4100 versus Sony WX220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S4100 against the WX220.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S4100 and WX220 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S4100 vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The picture here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S4100 and WX220.
As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony WX220 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged S4100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon S4100 vs Sony WX220 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S4100 vs Sony WX220 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2011-02-09 | 2014-02-12 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | Bionz X |
| 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 | 14 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.50 m | 3.70 m (with Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| 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 | - | 121 grams (0.27 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 pictures | 210 pictures |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL19 | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $140 | $198 |