Nikon S70 vs Sony WX1

On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon S70 and Sony WX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S70 (12MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is fairly similar but the S70 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") provide different sensor sizes.

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The S70 was manufactured within a month of the WX1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S70 scores versus the WX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S70 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S70 has outer measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony WX1 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S70 and Sony WX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S70 against the WX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S70 and WX1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S70 and WX1.

As you can see, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S70 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon S70 will offer greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively.