• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 18.2 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 250.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1 inch 116.2mm2
  • 10.1 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 6400

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Differences

Sony WX150 advantages over Nikon S1

  • Less expensive
    $250 vs $500 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Thinner
    21 mm vs 29 mm
    Thinner
  • More pixels
    18.2 vs 10.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 6400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Nikon S1 advantages over Sony WX150

  • Larger sensor
    1 inch vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 3.41 vs 1.26 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Longer exposure
    30 vs 4 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    60.0 fps vs 10.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/1600 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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Compared to Nikon J1

Sony WX150
Nikon J1
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $500
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Sony WX150 vs Nikon J1

Nikon S1
Nikon J1
  • $199
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $500
  • 1 inch
  • Wider angle kit lens

Compare Nikon S1 vs Nikon J1

Compared to Sony W690

Sony WX150
Sony W690
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Higher-res screen
  • $257
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger JPEG buffer

Compare Sony WX150 vs Sony W690

Nikon S1
Sony W690
  • $199
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $257
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon S1 vs Sony W690

Compared to Nikon J2

Sony WX150
Nikon J2
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $550
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Sony WX150 vs Nikon J2

Nikon S1
Nikon J2
  • $199
  • 1 inch
  • $550
  • 1 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • Wider angle kit lens

Compare Nikon S1 vs Nikon J2

Compared to Sony W830

Sony WX150
Sony W830
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • HDMI out
  • $128
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking

Compare Sony WX150 vs Sony W830

Nikon S1
Sony W830
  • $199
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $128
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon S1 vs Sony W830

Compared to Nikon S6800

Sony WX150
Nikon S6800
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • Higher extended ISO
  • $147
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Sony WX150 vs Nikon S6800

Nikon S1
Nikon S6800
  • $199
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $147
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

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