Nikon S6300 vs Sony H20
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Nikon S6300 vs Sony H20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Revealed May 2009
Nikon S6300 vs Sony H20 Overview
Below is a detailed review of the Nikon S6300 and Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S6300 (16MP) and H20 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe S6300 was announced 2 years later than the H20 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S6300 grades versus the H20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S6300 vs Sony H20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6300 Gallery & Sony H20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Sony H20
S6300 | H20 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | May 2009 | More recent by 34 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Nikon S6300
H20 | S6300 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Sony H20
S6300 | H20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Nikon S6300 vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6300 has external dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony H20 has dimensions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S6300 and Sony H20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the S6300 versus the H20.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and H20 is 94 and 87 respectively.
Nikon S6300 vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The graphic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S6300 and H20.
To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S6300 to deliver more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more modern S6300 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S6300 vs Sony H20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-4.4 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lb) | 250 grams (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
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 | 230 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $200 | $249 |