Nikon S6100 vs Sony W610

The following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon S6100 versus Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the W610 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was introduced 11 months prior to the W610 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S6100 grades versus the W610 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6100 Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S6100 provides outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony W610 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S6100 versus the W610.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S6100 and W610 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The image here may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6100 and W610.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon S6100 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S6100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.