Nikon S5100 vs Sony G3
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Nikon S5100 vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched August 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
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On this page, we are matching up the Nikon S5100 and Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S5100 scores versus the G3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Sony G3
| S5100 | G3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2010 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Nikon S5100
| G3 | S5100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display dimensions | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S5100 and Sony G3
| S5100 | G3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon S5100 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5100 has external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony G3 has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S5100 and G3 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S5100 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S5100 and G3.
Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S5100 to provide greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The younger S5100 provides an advantage in sensor tech.
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Nikon S5100 vs Sony G3 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2010-08-17 | 2009-01-08 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| 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 | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.5-10.0 |
| Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 132g (0.29 pounds) | 185g (0.41 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | EN-EL10 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $200 | $200 |
