Canon N vs Sony W710
93 Imaging
36 Features
33 Overall
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96 Imaging
40 Features
33 Overall
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Canon N vs Sony W710 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 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
- Revealed January 2013
Canon N vs Sony W710 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Canon N and Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the N (12MP) and W710 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The N was released about the same time to the W710 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the N grades vs the W710 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon N vs Sony W710 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot N and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The complete galleries are provided at Canon N Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N over the Sony W710
N | W710 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 2.8" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Canon N
W710 | N |
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Common features in the Canon N and Sony W710
N | W710 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | January 2013 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Canon N vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon N provides exterior measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony W710 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Look at the Canon N and Sony W710 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the N vs the W710.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the N and W710 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Canon N vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the N and W710.
As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony W710 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.
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Canon N vs Sony W710 Specifications
Canon PowerShot N | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot N | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 2248 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.8 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G touch | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 195g (0.43 lb) | 114g (0.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 | 200 pictures | 240 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-9L | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $299 | $90 |