Nikon S6400 vs Sony W830

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Nikon S6400 vs Sony W830, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S6400 (16MP) and the W830 (20MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S6400 was announced 16 months earlier than the W830 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S6400 grades vs the W830 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S6400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6400 Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S6400 provides external measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony W830 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S6400 vs Sony W830 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the S6400 against the W830.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6400 and W830 is 94 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The visual below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S6400 and W830.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony W830 to offer extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older S6400 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.