Nikon S630 vs Sony RX100

The following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon S630 and Sony RX100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S630 (12MP) and RX100 (20MP) and the S630 (1/2.3") and RX100 (1") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The S630 was launched 4 years earlier than the RX100 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S630 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S630 grades vs the RX100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S630 Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S630 has got physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony RX100 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S630 and Sony RX100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S630 against the RX100.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S630 and RX100 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The image here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S630 and RX100.

All in all, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S630 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony RX100 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged S630 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.