Nikon S5100 vs Sony WX30

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon S5100 and Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the S5100 (12MP) and WX30 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was introduced 11 months earlier than the WX30 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S5100 matches up vs the WX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S5100 features physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony WX30 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S5100 vs the WX30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S5100 and WX30 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5100 and WX30.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony WX30 to give greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older S5100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.