Nikon Z5 vs Sony W330
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony W330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced July 2020
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2010

Nikon Z5 vs Sony W330 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Nikon Z5 versus Sony W330, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and W330 (14MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and W330 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

The Z5 was revealed 10 years later than the W330 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Z5 scores vs the W330 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon Z5 vs Sony W330 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Sony W330
Z5 | W330 | |||
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Introduced | July 2020 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 129 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Nikon Z5
W330 | Z5 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Sony W330
Z5 | W330 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon Z5 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 enjoys physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Sony W330 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon Z5 versus Sony W330 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Z5 vs the W330.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and W330 is 62 and 96 respectively.

Nikon Z5 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5 and W330.
Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z5 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z5 will render extra detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer Z5 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon Z5 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z5 vs Sony W330 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2020-07-20 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | - | 4cm |
Amount of lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.5 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 grams (1.49 lb) | 128 grams (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 470 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL15c | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Two | One |
Price at launch | $1,399 | $170 |