Nikon S570 vs Sony WX5
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Nikon S570 vs Sony WX5 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
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Launched July 2010
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The following is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon S570 and Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S570 was launched 11 months before the WX5 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S570 scores versus the WX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S570 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S570 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Sony WX5
| S570 | WX5 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Nikon S570
| WX5 | S570 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2010 |  | August 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
| Display sizing | 2.8" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Sony WX5
| S570 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither provides Touch display |
Nikon S570 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S570 provides external dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony WX5 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S570 and Sony WX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S570 versus the WX5.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S570 and WX5 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S570 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The picture here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S570 and WX5.
To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you will need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged S570 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S570 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S570 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2010-07-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Expeed | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| 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) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.8 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 461k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 2s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 5.10 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | - | AVCHD |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| 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 | 140g (0.31 lb) | 146g (0.32 lb) |
| Dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $180 | $250 |
