Nikon S6400 vs Sony WX70
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Nikon S6400 vs Sony WX70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 150g - 95 x 58 x 27mm
- Introduced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 114g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Announced January 2012
Nikon S6400 vs Sony WX70 Overview
Here is a extensive overview of the Nikon S6400 versus Sony WX70, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S6400 (16MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S6400 was brought out 7 months later than the WX70 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S6400 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX70 being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S6400 matches up against the WX70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S6400 vs Sony WX70 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6400 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6400 Gallery & Sony WX70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6400 over the Sony WX70
S6400 | WX70 | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | January 2012 | Fresher by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX70 over the Nikon S6400
WX70 | S6400 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Sharper display (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6400 and Sony WX70
S6400 | WX70 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon S6400 vs Sony WX70 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6400 offers physical measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony WX70 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S6400 versus Sony WX70 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S6400 and the WX70.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the S6400 and WX70 is 94 and 97 respectively.
Nikon S6400 vs Sony WX70 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S6400 and WX70.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images however you really should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer S6400 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon S6400 vs Sony WX70 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S6400 vs Sony WX70 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-08-22 | 2012-01-30 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 lb) | 114 grams (0.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 58 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | 240 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $500 | $242 |