Nikon W300 vs Sony W620
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Nikon W300 vs Sony W620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
- Launched May 2017
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Released January 2012
Nikon W300 vs Sony W620 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Nikon W300 versus Sony W620, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the W620 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe W300 was unveiled 5 years after the W620 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the W300 scores vs the W620 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon W300 vs Sony W620 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix W300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The full galleries are provided at Nikon W300 Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Sony W620
W300 | W620 | |||
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Released | May 2017 | January 2012 | Newer by 66 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Nikon W300
W620 | W300 |
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Common features in the Nikon W300 and Sony W620
W300 | W620 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon W300 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon W300 provides external dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony W620 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the Nikon W300 versus Sony W620 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the W300 vs the W620.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the W300 and W620 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Nikon W300 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The image here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the W300 and W620.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon W300 to produce extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer W300 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon W300 vs Sony W620 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix W300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix W300 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2017-05-31 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | - | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 231g (0.51 pounds) | 116g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 | 280 images | 220 images |
Battery format | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $387 | $102 |