Nikon S810c vs Sony HX30V

Here, we are comparing the Nikon S810c versus Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S810c was announced 2 years later than the HX30V and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the S810c matches up vs the HX30V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S810c & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S810c Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S810c has external measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony HX30V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S810c against the HX30V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S810c and HX30V is 91 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S810c and HX30V.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX30V to show extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger S810c should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.