Canon G15 vs Sony W710
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Canon G15 vs Sony W710 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Launched January 2013
Canon G15 vs Sony W710 Overview
The following is a thorough analysis of the Canon G15 versus Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the G15 (12MP) and W710 (16MP) and the G15 (1/1.7") and W710 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe G15 was announced 3 months earlier than the W710 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the G15 matches up against the W710 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon G15 vs Sony W710 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G15 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The whole galleries are available at Canon G15 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G15 over the Sony W710
G15 | W710 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Canon G15
W710 | G15 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon G15 and Sony W710
G15 | W710 | |||
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Launched | September 2012 | January 2013 | Same age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon G15 vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G15 comes with physical dimensions of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") having a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sony W710 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Analyze the Canon G15 versus Sony W710 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the G15 against the W710.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the G15 and W710 is 86 and 96 respectively.
Canon G15 vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The picture here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G15 and W710.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G15 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sony W710 will produce extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively.
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Canon G15 vs Sony W710 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot G15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-09-17 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT PureColor II G LCD | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 352 grams (0.78 pounds) | 114 grams (0.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 107 x 76 x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 46 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 165 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-10L | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $499 | $90 |