Nikon S570 vs Sony W690
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Nikon S570 vs Sony W690 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced February 2012

Nikon S570 vs Sony W690 Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Nikon S570 vs Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the S570 (12MP) and W690 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S570 was launched 3 years prior to the W690 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a short view of how the S570 matches up against the W690 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S570 vs Sony W690 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S570 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S570 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Sony W690
S570 | W690 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Nikon S570
W690 | S570 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 31 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Sony W690
S570 | W690 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S570 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S570 enjoys outside dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony W690 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S570 vs Sony W690 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S570 against the W690.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S570 and W690 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S570 and W690.
Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony W690 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged S570 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

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Nikon S570 vs Sony W690 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S570 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-08-04 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | BIONZ |
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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 | 140 gr (0.31 lbs) | 142 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 220 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL10 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $297 |