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Nikon S810c vs Sony HX50V

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
48
Overall
43
Nikon Coolpix S810c front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V front
Portability
89
Imaging
44
Features
57
Overall
49

Nikon S810c vs Sony HX50V Key Specs

Nikon S810c
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
  • 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
  • Introduced April 2014
Sony HX50V
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
  • 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
  • Released April 2013
  • Succeeded the Sony HX30V
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Nikon S810c vs Sony HX50V Overview

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon S810c vs Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S810c was unveiled 12 months later than the HX50V so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S810c scores versus the HX50V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Sony HX50V

 S810c HX50V 
ReleasedApril 2014April 2013Fresher by 12 months
Display sizing3.7"3"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution1229k921kCrisper display (+308k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Nikon S810c

 HX50V S810c 
Focus manually More exact focus

Common features in the Nikon S810c and Sony HX50V

 S810c HX50V 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

Nikon S810c vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S810c provides physical measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has sizing of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S810c vs Sony HX50V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S810c against the HX50V.

Nikon S810c vs Sony HX50V size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S810c and HX50V is 91 and 89 respectively.

Nikon S810c vs Sony HX50V top view buttons comparison

Nikon S810c vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison

Often, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S810c and HX50V.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony HX50V to give you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The younger S810c should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon S810c vs Sony HX50V sensor size comparison

Nikon S810c vs Sony HX50V Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S810c vs Sony HX50V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S810c as a Portrait photography camera
Sony HX50V as a Portrait photography camera
35
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
features face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
50
you can focus manually
MP count good (20MP)
features face detection focus
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon S810c Street photography factors
Sony HX50V Street photography factors
65
built in image stabilization (Optical)
boasts touch to focus
lighter than others (216 grams)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (272g)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S810c Sports photography advice
Sony HX50V Sports photography advice
41
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
features tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery (270 CIPA)
no phase detect AF
57
great zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (20 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
good battery power (400 shots)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S810c as a Travel photography camera
Sony HX50V as a Travel photography camera
68
lighter than others (216 grams)
boasts touch to focus
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
very long reach (300mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
terrible battery (270 per charge)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
71
good battery power (400 per charge)
lighter than others in class (272g)
MP count good (20 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (24mm)
long reach (720mm)
no Timelapse recording
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.5 )
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S810c Landscape photography factors
Sony HX50V Landscape photography factors
41
rather wide (25mm)
bigger than average screen (3.7")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
no manual control
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
terrible battery (270 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse mode
53
you can focus manually
decently wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (20MP)
good battery power (400 CIPA)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5 )
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon S810c Vlogging highlights
Sony HX50V Vlogging highlights
35
rather wide (25mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than others (216g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have microphone port
34
decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than others in class (272 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5 )
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
no external microphone port
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Nikon S810c vs Sony HX50V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S810c and Sony HX50V
 Nikon Coolpix S810cSony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon Coolpix S810c Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2014-04-10 2013-04-24
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 5184 x 2920
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Highest boosted ISO - 12800
Min native ISO 125 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-300mm (12.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-6.3 f/3.5 - 6.3
Macro focusing range 2cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 1,229k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech - XtraFine LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic (optional)
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed 8.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.60 m 5.60 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 216 gr (0.48 pounds) 272 gr (0.60 pounds)
Dimensions 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5")
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 270 images 400 images
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL23 NP-BX1
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Price at launch $350 $439