Nikon S6400 vs Sony W380
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Nikon S6400 vs Sony W380 Key Specs
(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
- Announced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
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The following is a extended review of the Nikon S6400 versus Sony W380, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S6400 (16MP) and the W380 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe S6400 was launched 2 years after the W380 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S6400 grades against the W380 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6400 over the Sony W380
| S6400 | W380 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2012 |  | January 2010 | Newer by 32 months |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Nikon S6400
| W380 | S6400 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S6400 and Sony W380
| S6400 | W380 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon S6400 vs Sony W380 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6400 features physical measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony W380 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S6400 versus Sony W380 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the S6400 against the W380.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S6400 and W380 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S6400 vs Sony W380 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S6400 and W380.
To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S6400 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger S6400 will have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Nikon S6400 vs Sony W380 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S6400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2012-08-22 | 2010-01-07 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | Bionz |
| 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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 4.80 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| 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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 150 gr (0.33 lb) | 117 gr (0.26 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 58 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
| 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 | 160 images | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL19 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/portrait2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $500 | $44 |