Nikon S6400 vs Sony W570

Let's look much closer at the Nikon S6400 versus Sony W570, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S6400 (16MP) and the W570 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6400 was introduced 20 months later than the W570 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the S6400 matches up against the W570 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6400 Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6400 features outer dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony W570 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S6400 versus Sony W570 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the S6400 compared to the W570.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S6400 and W570 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The graphic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S6400 and W570.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer S6400 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.