Nikon Z6 II vs Sony W310
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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony W310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced October 2020
- Previous Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony W310 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Nikon Z6 II versus Sony W310, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and W310 (12MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and W310 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

The Z6 II was brought out 10 years later than the W310 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the Z6 II matches up against the W310 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony W310 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Sony W310
Z6 II | W310 | |||
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Revealed | October 2020 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 132 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+1870k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Nikon Z6 II
W310 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Sony W310
Z6 II | W310 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon Z6 II features outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Sony W310 has sizing of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Compare the Nikon Z6 II versus Sony W310 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Z6 II versus the W310.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Z6 II and W310 is 61 and 96 respectively.

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z6 II and W310.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z6 II featuring a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will render extra detail having its extra 13MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer Z6 II is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon Z6 II vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z6 II vs Sony W310 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2020-10-14 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 2,100 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | 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 | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705 grams (1.55 lbs) | 137 grams (0.30 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | 410 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Two | One |
Retail cost | $1,997 | $150 |