Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony W330
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony W330 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
- Launched November 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2010
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Let's look closer at the Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony W330, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the W330 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe 3D1 was manufactured 23 months later than the W330 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the 3D1 scores against the W330 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Sony W330
| 3D1 | W330 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | November 2011 |  | January 2010 | Fresher by 23 months |
| Display size | 3.5" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Panasonic 3D1
| W330 | 3D1 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Sony W330
| 3D1 | W330 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic 3D1 has got outer measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony W330 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the 3D1 compared to the W330.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and W330 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 3D1 and W330.
To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W330 to offer extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher 3D1 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony W330 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2011-11-07 | 2010-01-07 |
| Body design | 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 | 12MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/2.7-5.7 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 4cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 2s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 193 grams (0.43 lbs) | 128 grams (0.28 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| 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 shots | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $670 | $170 |
