Nikon S6100 vs Sony W220
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Nikon S6100 vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Announced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon S6100 and Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the S6100 (16MP) and W220 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S6100 was launched 2 years after the W220 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S6100 matches up against the W220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Sony W220
| S6100 | W220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2011 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 26 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Nikon S6100
| W220 | S6100 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S6100 and Sony W220
| S6100 | W220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon S6100 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the S6100 versus the W220.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S6100 and W220 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S6100 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The pic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6100 and W220.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S6100 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern S6100 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon S6100 vs Sony W220 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2011-02-09 | 2009-01-08 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | 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 | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/2.8-7.1 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.50 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) | 147 gr (0.32 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 210 shots | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $195 | $160 |