Nikon S6100 vs Sony W730

Lets look a little more closely at the Nikon S6100 vs Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was unveiled 23 months before the W730 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S6100 grades vs the W730 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The full galleries are available at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6100 enjoys 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 W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S6100 vs Sony W730 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S6100 versus the W730.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S6100 and W730 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S6100 and W730.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged S6100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.