Nikon S4300 vs Sony WX350
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Nikon S4300 vs Sony WX350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Released February 2014
- Replaced the Sony WX300
- Refreshed by Sony WX500
Nikon S4300 vs Sony WX350 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon S4300 and Sony WX350, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe S4300 was introduced 24 months prior to the WX350 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S4300 grades vs the WX350 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S4300 vs Sony WX350 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Sony WX350
S4300 | WX350 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Nikon S4300
WX350 | S4300 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | February 2012 | More recent by 24 months |
Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Sony WX350
S4300 | WX350 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S4300 vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4300 comes with outside measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony WX350 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S4300 and Sony WX350 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S4300 compared to the WX350.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4300 and WX350 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S4300 vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S4300 and WX350.
As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony WX350 to provide greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older S4300 will be behind in sensor innovation.
Nikon S4300 vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S4300 vs Sony WX350 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | 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 | 139 gr (0.31 pounds) | 164 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | 180 photos | 470 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $119 | $270 |