Nikon S800c vs Sony G3
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Nikon S800c vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
- Revealed February 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
Nikon S800c vs Sony G3 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Nikon S800c versus Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the S800c (16MP) and G3 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe S800c was brought out 4 years later than the G3 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S800c scores versus the G3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S800c vs Sony G3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S800c & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S800c Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Sony G3
S800c | G3 | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | January 2009 | More recent by 50 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Nikon S800c
G3 | S800c | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 819k | Sharper screen (+102k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S800c and Sony G3
S800c | G3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3.5" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon S800c vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S800c enjoys exterior measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S800c versus Sony G3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the S800c compared to the G3.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S800c and G3 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S800c vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S800c and G3.
Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon S800c to offer you extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger S800c is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.
Nikon S800c vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S800c vs Sony G3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-02-04 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 819 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 184 grams (0.41 lb) | 185 grams (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | 140 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $290 | $200 |