Nikon S630 vs Sony S950
95 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
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94 Imaging
32 Features
17 Overall
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Nikon S630 vs Sony S950 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Released February 2009
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Here is a in depth analysis of the Nikon S630 vs Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the S950 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S630 was revealed very close to the S950 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the S630 scores vs the S950 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S630 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Sony S950
| S630 | S950 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Nikon S630
| S950 | S630 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon S630 and Sony S950
| S630 | S950 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2009 |  | February 2009 | Similar generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither offers Touch screen |
Nikon S630 vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S630 offers outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony S950 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S630 vs Sony S950 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the S630 and the S950.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S630 and S950 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S630 vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The visual below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S630 and S950.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S630 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively.
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Nikon S630 vs Sony S950 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S630 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S630 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-02-03 | 2009-02-17 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | None |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 140 grams (0.31 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| 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-L12 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $240 | $130 |