Nikon S70 vs Sony W570
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34 Features
26 Overall
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96 Imaging
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25 Overall
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Nikon S70 vs Sony W570 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 116g - 91 x 52 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011

Nikon S70 vs Sony W570 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Nikon S70 versus Sony W570, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the S70 (12MP) and W570 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S70 was announced 17 months earlier than the W570 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S70 scores against the W570 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S70 vs Sony W570 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S70 Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Sony W570
S70 | W570 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Screen resolution | 288k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+58k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W570 over the Nikon S70
W570 | S70 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 17 months |
Common features in the Nikon S70 and Sony W570
S70 | W570 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon S70 vs Sony W570 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S70 has outside 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 W570 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S70 versus Sony W570 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S70 vs the W570.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S70 and W570 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S70 vs Sony W570 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The pic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S70 and W570.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony W570 to result in extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged S70 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon S70 vs Sony W570 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S70 vs Sony W570 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-08-04 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | BIONZ |
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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 288k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 91 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $290 | $159 |