Nikon S4300 vs Sony WX50

Below is a complete assessment of the Nikon S4300 and Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was brought out very close to the WX50 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the S4300 scores against the WX50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S4300 offers external dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony WX50 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S4300 and Sony WX50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the S4300 against the WX50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S4300 and WX50 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The visual below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S4300 and WX50.

All in all, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos however you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration.