Nikon S6200 vs Sony W610
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Nikon S6200 vs Sony W610 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 113g - 93 x 52 x 19mm
- Released January 2012

Nikon S6200 vs Sony W610 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Nikon S6200 and Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the W610 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S6200 was brought out 4 months earlier than the W610 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the S6200 scores vs the W610 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S6200 vs Sony W610 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Sony W610
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W610 over the Nikon S6200
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Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Sony W610
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2012 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Nikon S6200 vs Sony W610 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6200 features external dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony W610 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S6200 and Sony W610 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S6200 versus the W610.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S6200 and W610 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Nikon S6200 vs Sony W610 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The visual here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6200 and W610.
As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S6200 to offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively.

Nikon S6200 vs Sony W610 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Nikon S6200 vs Sony W610 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-08-24 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | BIONZ |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 113g (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 93 x 52 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 250 photos | 250 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $229 | $200 |