Nikon S810c vs Sony H55
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Nikon S810c vs Sony H55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Released April 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 29mm
- Released June 2010

Nikon S810c vs Sony H55 Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Nikon S810c vs Sony H55, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the H55 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S810c was introduced 3 years later than the H55 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S810c grades versus the H55 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S810c vs Sony H55 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S810c Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Sony H55
S810c | H55 | |||
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Released | April 2014 | ![]() | June 2010 | Fresher by 47 months |
Display sizing | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+999k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H55 over the Nikon S810c
H55 | S810c |
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Common features in the Nikon S810c and Sony H55
S810c | H55 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Nikon S810c vs Sony H55 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S810c enjoys outer measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony H55 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S810c vs Sony H55 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S810c versus the H55.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S810c and H55 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S810c vs Sony H55 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S810c and H55.
As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S810c to produce more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer S810c provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S810c vs Sony H55 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S810c vs Sony H55 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S810c | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S810c | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-04-10 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,229 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Slow Syncro, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 216 gr (0.48 pounds) | 200 gr (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 103 x 58 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | 270 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL23 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $350 | $235 |