Nikon S70 vs Sony W650
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Nikon S70 vs Sony W650 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise 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
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 124g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
Nikon S70 vs Sony W650 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Nikon S70 vs Sony W650, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the S70 (12MP) and W650 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe S70 was announced 3 years prior to the W650 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S70 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W650 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S70 scores vs the W650 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S70 vs Sony W650 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S70 Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Sony W650
S70 | W650 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 288k | 230k | Clearer display (+58k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W650 over the Nikon S70
W650 | S70 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | August 2009 | More modern by 29 months |
Common features in the Nikon S70 and Sony W650
S70 | W650 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon S70 vs Sony W650 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S70 comes with exterior measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony W650 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S70 vs Sony W650 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S70 versus the W650.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S70 and W650 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Nikon S70 vs Sony W650 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S70 and W650.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony W650 to give more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged S70 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Nikon S70 vs Sony W650 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-08-04 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 288k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 124g (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 220 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $290 | $140 |