Nikon S4300 vs Sony W800
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Nikon S4300 vs Sony W800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.4) lens
- 125g - 97 x 55 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2014
Nikon S4300 vs Sony W800 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S4300 vs Sony W800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the W800 (20MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe S4300 was unveiled 24 months before the W800 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S4300 grades vs the W800 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S4300 vs Sony W800 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The full galleries are available at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Sony W800
S4300 | W800 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W800 over the Nikon S4300
W800 | S4300 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | February 2012 | More recent by 24 months |
Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Sony W800
S4300 | W800 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon S4300 vs Sony W800 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S4300 comes with exterior measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony W800 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S4300 vs Sony W800 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S4300 and the W800.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4300 and W800 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S4300 vs Sony W800 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The visual below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S4300 and W800.
To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony W800 to provide you with more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older S4300 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Nikon S4300 vs Sony W800 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.2-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVI MPEG4 |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 139 grams (0.31 lbs) | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 97 x 55 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 | 180 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $119 | $90 |