Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 vs Nikon Coolpix W300

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      Specifications

      General Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      BrandSonyNikon
      ModelAlpha DSLR-A380Coolpix W300
      Predecessor ModelSony Alpha DSLR-A350
      Successor ModelSony Alpha DSLR-A390
      MSRP$389
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensPoint & Shoot
      Body TypeDSLRStandard Compact
      Video Capture
      Sensor Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      Sensor TypeCCD
      Sensor SizeAPS-C1/2.3-inch
      Sensor Dimensions23.6 x 15.8 mm6.17 x 4.55 mm
      Total Pixels14.9 Megapixel16.76 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels14.2 Megapixel16 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 3,200125 - 6,400
      Photo Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      ProcessorBIONZ
      Max Image Resolution4592 x 30564608 x 3456
      Other Resolutions4592 x 2576, 3408 x 2272, 3408 x 1920, 2288 x 1520, 2288 x 1280
      Image Aspect Ratios3:2, 16:94:3
      Image File FormatJPEG
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, StandardFine, normal
      Timelapse Recording
      WB Bracketing
      Focus Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Number of Focus Points9
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenSpherical Acute Matte
      Optics Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      Lens MountSony A
      Crop Factor1.5x
      Focal Length4.3 - 21.5 mm
      35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range24 - 120 mm
      Optical Zoom5x
      Maximum Aperturef/2.8 - 4.9
      Min Normal Focus Distance50 cm
      Min Macro Focus Distance1 cm
      Image StabilizationSensor Shift
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      Screen TypeTiltingFixed
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size2.7"3.0"
      Screen Resolution230k dot921k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      ViewfinderOptical (pentamirror)
      Viewfinder Coverage95%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.74x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.49x
      Shutter Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec1 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/4000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting2.5 fps7.0 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 7 fps at 16 MP for up to 5 Frames
      Flash Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      On
      Off
      Red-Eye
      Slow Sync
      Rear Curtain
      Wireless
      Flash Range10.00 m at ISO 1005.20 m at Auto ISO
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/160 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash ConnectionProprietary
      Exposure Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Multi
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAuto
      Exposure Compensation±2 EV (1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing
      DXO Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      DxO Low Light ISO614
      DxO Color Depth22.6
      DxO Dynamic Range11.8
      DxO Overall Score67
      Video Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution3840 x 2160
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Terminals Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Micro
      Built-in MicrophoneMono
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control Wired or Wireless (Optional)
      Environmental Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      Environmental Sealing
      Physical Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      Dimensions128 x 97 x 71 mm (5.04 x 3.82 x 2.8")112 x 66 x 29 mm (4.41 x 2.6 x 1.14")
      Weight (inc. batteries)519 g (1.14 lb / 18.31 oz)231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.55 x 4.6 x 2.65"
      Package Weight1.21 lb
      Power and Storage Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      Battery PackNP-FH50EN-EL12
      Battery Life500 shots280 shots
      Internal Storage473 MB
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro DuoSingle Slot: Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC
      Other Sony Alpha DSLR-A380 Nikon Coolpix W300
      Self Timer 2 or 10 secYes (2, 5 and 10 secs)
      Orientation Sensor


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