Nikon S6900 vs Sony W510
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Nikon S6900 vs Sony W510 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 181g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2015
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Launched January 2011
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Its time to look closer at the Nikon S6900 and Sony W510, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the S6900 (16MP) and W510 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S6900 was released 4 years later than the W510 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S6900 scores vs the W510 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6900 over the Sony W510
| S6900 | W510 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2015 |  | January 2011 | Fresher by 50 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Nikon S6900
| W510 | S6900 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S6900 and Sony W510
| S6900 | W510 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Touch display |  | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon S6900 vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S6900 enjoys outside measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony W510 has specifications of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S6900 compared to the W510.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S6900 and W510 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S6900 vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S6900 and W510.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S6900 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer S6900 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon S6900 vs Sony W510 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2015-02-10 | 2011-01-06 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| 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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.3 | f/2.8-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 4cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 2.80 m (at Auto ISO) | 2.30 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 181 grams (0.40 lbs) | 119 grams (0.26 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
| 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 | 180 shots | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL19 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $190 | $99 |