Nikon S6300 vs Sony W220
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Nikon S6300 vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
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Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon S6300 versus Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the S6300 (16MP) and W220 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S6300 was manufactured 3 years after the W220 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the S6300 matches up versus the W220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Sony W220
| S6300 | W220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2012 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 38 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Nikon S6300
| W220 | S6300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Sony W220
| S6300 | W220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither provides Touch screen |
Nikon S6300 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6300 provides exterior measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony W220 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S6300 compared to the W220.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S6300 and W220 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S6300 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The picture here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S6300 and W220.
To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S6300 to give extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger S6300 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon S6300 vs Sony W220 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.8-7.1 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 1s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) | 147 gr (0.32 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 230 shots | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $200 | $160 |