Nikon S6000 vs Sony W370
94 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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94 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
31
Nikon S6000 vs Sony W370 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Revealed February 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010

Nikon S6000 vs Sony W370 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Nikon S6000 vs Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the W370 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S6000 was released about the same time to the W370 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S6000 grades vs the W370 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S6000 vs Sony W370 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Sony W370
S6000 | W370 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Nikon S6000
W370 | S6000 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Sony W370
S6000 | W370 | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S6000 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S6000 offers external measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony W370 has sizing of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S6000 vs Sony W370 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S6000 vs the W370.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S6000 and W370 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S6000 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The image underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S6000 and W370.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images though you will need to factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Nikon S6000 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6000 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-02-03 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
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 | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 156g (0.34 pounds) | 179g (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 ID | EN-EL12 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $300 | $230 |