Clicky

Nikon S6400 vs Sony W330

Portability
94
Imaging
40
Features
37
Overall
38
Nikon Coolpix S6400 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30

Nikon S6400 vs Sony W330 Key Specs

Nikon S6400
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
  • 150g - 95 x 58 x 27mm
  • Revealed August 2012
Sony W330
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
  • Introduced January 2010
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Nikon S6400 vs Sony W330 Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon S6400 vs Sony W330, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S6400 (16MP) and the W330 (14MP) is very close and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

The S6400 was introduced 2 years after the W330 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S6400 grades vs the W330 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability
	
	

Reasons to pick Nikon S6400 over the Sony W330

 S6400 W330 
IntroducedAugust 2012January 2010More modern by 32 months
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Nikon S6400

 W330 S6400 

Common features in the Nikon S6400 and Sony W330

 S6400 W330 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display dimensions
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

Nikon S6400 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S6400 provides physical measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony W330 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Nikon S6400 vs Sony W330 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the S6400 versus the W330.

Nikon S6400 vs Sony W330 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6400 and W330 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S6400 vs Sony W330 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S6400 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S6400 and W330.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S6400 to result in more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S6400 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon S6400 vs Sony W330 sensor size comparison

Nikon S6400 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S6400 vs Sony W330 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S6400 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W330 as a Portrait photography camera
35
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
provides face detection focus
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Street Comparison

Nikon S6400 as a Street photography camera
Sony W330 as a Street photography camera
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
more heavy than competition (150 grams)
48
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Sports Comparison

Nikon S6400 Sports photography info
Sony W330 Sports photography info
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (160 CIPA)
lack of phase detect auto focus
26
good resolution (14MP)
max frames per second low (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

Travel Comparison

Nikon S6400 Travel photography features
Sony W330 Travel photography features
63
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
great reach (300mm)
missing Timelapse mode
not so great battery life (160 shots)
more heavy than competition (150g)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
65
good resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Landscape Comparison

Nikon S6400 Landscape photography factors
Sony W330 Landscape photography factors
42
reasonably wide (25mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
lack of manual exposure
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
not so great battery life (160 per charge)
missing Timelapse mode
38
decently wide (26mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S6400 Vlogging details
Sony W330 Vlogging details
33
reasonably wide (25mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
missing external microphone socket
more heavy than competition (150 grams)
26
decently wide (26mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of microphone jack
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Nikon S6400 vs Sony W330 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S6400 and Sony W330
 Nikon Coolpix S6400Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330
General Information
Brand Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Coolpix S6400 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2012-08-22 2010-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed C2 -
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 125 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-300mm (12.0x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-6.5 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focusing distance 10cm 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech TFT LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 2 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 3.50 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
AE 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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 150g (0.33 pounds) 128g (0.28 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 58 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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 160 shots -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL19 NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 seconds) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $500 $170