Nikon S80 vs Sony W330
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Nikon S80 vs Sony W330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 133g - 99 x 63 x 17mm
- Launched September 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Released January 2010

Nikon S80 vs Sony W330 Overview
Here is a in-depth assessment of the Nikon S80 and Sony W330, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S80 (14MP) and the W330 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S80 was released 9 months later than the W330 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S80 grades vs the W330 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S80 vs Sony W330 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S80 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S80 over the Sony W330
S80 | W330 | |||
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Released | September 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 9 months |
Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 819k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+589k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Nikon S80
W330 | S80 |
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Common features in the Nikon S80 and Sony W330
S80 | W330 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S80 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S80 offers exterior dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony W330 has dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S80 and Sony W330 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S80 against the W330.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S80 and W330 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S80 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The visual underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S80 and W330.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of images though you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern S80 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S80 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S80 vs Sony W330 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-09-08 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.6-4.8 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 819 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | OLED | - |
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 | 1.3 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 133 gr (0.29 lbs) | 128 gr (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 63 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" 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 life | 150 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL10 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $191 | $170 |