Nikon S80 vs Sony W570
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Nikon S80 vs Sony W570 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase 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
- Introduced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 116g - 91 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011

Nikon S80 vs Sony W570 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Nikon S80 vs Sony W570, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S80 (14MP) and the W570 (16MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S80 was released 4 months before the W570 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the S80 matches up against the W570 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S80 vs Sony W570 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S80 Gallery & Sony W570 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S80 over the Sony W570
S80 | W570 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 819k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+589k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W570 over the Nikon S80
W570 | S80 |
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Common features in the Nikon S80 and Sony W570
S80 | W570 | |||
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Launched | September 2010 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon S80 vs Sony W570 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S80 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony W570 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S80 vs Sony W570 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S80 versus the W570.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S80 and W570 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Nikon S80 vs Sony W570 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The picture underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S80 and W570.
All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony W570 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images much more aggressively.

Nikon S80 vs Sony W570 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S80 vs Sony W570 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-09-08 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.6-4.8 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 819k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | OLED | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.3fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE 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 data format | H.264 | 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 63 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") | 91 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 150 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL10 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $191 | $159 |