Nikon S620 vs Sony W620
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Nikon S620 vs Sony W620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2012
Nikon S620 vs Sony W620 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Nikon S620 and Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the W620 (14MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S620 was introduced 3 years earlier than the W620 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S620 matches up versus the W620 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S620 vs Sony W620 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S620 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S620 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Sony W620
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Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Nikon S620
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Introduced | January 2012 | February 2009 | Fresher by 35 months |
Common features in the Nikon S620 and Sony W620
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S620 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S620 offers outer measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S620 and Sony W620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the S620 and the W620.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S620 and W620 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S620 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The photograph underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S620 and W620.
All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony W620 to result in more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older S620 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S620 vs Sony W620 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 120g (0.26 lbs) | 116g (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 life | - | 220 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $37 | $102 |