Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony W320
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony W320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Announced November 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 93 x 52 x 17mm
- Launched January 2010
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Here is a extended comparison of the Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony W320, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the W320 (14MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 3D1 was released 23 months later than the W320 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the 3D1 scores vs the W320 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Sony W320
| 3D1 | W320 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | November 2011 |  | January 2010 | Fresher by 23 months |
| Display sizing | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W320 over the Panasonic 3D1
| W320 | 3D1 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Sony W320
| 3D1 | W320 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony W320 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic 3D1 comes with exterior dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony W320 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the 3D1 compared to the W320.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and W320 is 93 and 97 respectively.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony W320 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The photograph here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 3D1 and W320.
As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony W320 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer 3D1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony W320 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2011-11-07 | 2010-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/2.7-5.7 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 4cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.80 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | 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 | 193g (0.43 pounds) | 117g (0.26 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 93 x 52 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 images | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $670 | $269 |