Nikon S570 vs Sony G3
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Nikon S570 vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Revealed August 2009
(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
- Launched January 2009

Nikon S570 vs Sony G3 Overview
Below is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon S570 versus Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S570 was launched 7 months later than the G3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S570 scores vs the G3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S570 vs Sony G3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S570 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S570 Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Sony G3
S570 | G3 | |||
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Launched | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Nikon S570
G3 | S570 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Sony G3
S570 | G3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon S570 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S570 enjoys physical measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony G3 has measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S570 versus Sony G3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S570 and the G3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S570 and G3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S570 and G3.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S570 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher S570 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S570 vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S570 vs Sony G3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S570 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-04 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing 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 | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3.5" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 140 gr (0.31 lb) | 185 gr (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 model | EN-EL10 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $180 | $200 |