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Nikon S70 vs Sony W310

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31
Nikon Coolpix S70 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Nikon S70 vs Sony W310 Key Specs

Nikon S70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
  • 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
  • Launched August 2009
Sony W310
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
  • 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
  • Revealed January 2010
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Nikon S70 vs Sony W310 Overview

Here is a in-depth overview of the Nikon S70 versus Sony W310, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S70 (12MP) and the W310 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S70 was brought out 5 months before the W310 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the S70 scores versus the W310 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Sony W310

 S70 W310 
Screen sizing3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution288k230kCrisper screen (+58k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Nikon S70

 W310 S70 

Common features in the Nikon S70 and Sony W310

 S70 W310 
RevealedAugust 2009January 2010Similar age
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Nikon S70 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S70 features exterior dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony W310 has measurements of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S70 versus Sony W310 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S70 compared to the W310.

Nikon S70 vs Sony W310 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S70 and W310 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S70 vs Sony W310 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S70 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S70 and W310.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs however you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration.

Nikon S70 vs Sony W310 sensor size comparison

Nikon S70 vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S70 vs Sony W310 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S70 Portrait photography highlights
Sony W310 Portrait photography highlights
21
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
resolution not great (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
21
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S70 Street photography details
Sony W310 Street photography details
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
more heavy than average (160 grams)
57
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S70 Sports photography details
Sony W310 Sports photography details
34
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
resolution not great (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
25
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon S70
Travel photography with Sony W310
56
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
no Timelapse mode
more heavy than average (160 grams)
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
58
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
no Timelapse function
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S70 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W310 as a Landscape photography camera
37
decently wide (28mm)
lovely big screen (3.5 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
no Timelapse mode
32
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S70
Vlogging with Sony W310
30
decently wide (28mm)
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not offer selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone socket
more heavy than average (160g)
29
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
no microphone jack
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Nikon S70 vs Sony W310 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S70 and Sony W310
 Nikon Coolpix S70Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310
General Information
Brand Nikon Sony
Model Nikon Coolpix S70 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2009-08-04 2010-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed -
Sensor type CCD 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 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.9-5.8 f/3.0-5.8
Macro focus distance 3cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.5 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 288k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 1 secs
Max shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 3.00 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 160 grams (0.35 pounds) 137 grams (0.30 pounds)
Dimensions 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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 model EN-EL12 NP-BN1
Self timer Yes Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $290 $150