Nikon S620 vs Sony W370
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Nikon S620 vs Sony W370 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Launched January 2010

Nikon S620 vs Sony W370 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon S620 versus Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S620 was released 11 months before the W370 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the S620 matches up against the W370 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S620 vs Sony W370 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S620 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Sony W370
S620 | W370 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Nikon S620
W370 | S620 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 11 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Sony W370
S620 | W370 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Nikon S620 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S620 has external measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W370 has dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Nikon S620 versus Sony W370 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the S620 versus the W370.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S620 and W370 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S620 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The pic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S620 and W370.
To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony W370 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged S620 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S620 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S620 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, 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 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 lbs) | 179 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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-EL12 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (3 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 | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $37 | $230 |