Nikon S570 vs Sony WX10

On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon S570 versus Sony WX10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the S570 (12MP) and WX10 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S570 was launched 17 months prior to the WX10 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S570 grades versus the WX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S570 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S570 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S570 features exterior 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) whilst the Sony WX10 has proportions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Nikon S570 versus Sony WX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the S570 and the WX10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S570 and WX10 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The image underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S570 and WX10.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony WX10 to show more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged S570 will be behind in sensor innovation.