Sony A100 vs Sony W690

Here, we will be comparing the Sony A100 vs Sony W690, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the A100 (10MP) and W690 (16MP) and the A100 (APS-C) and W690 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The A100 was released 6 years earlier than the W690 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A100 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A100 matches up vs the W690 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A100 Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony A100 has got external measurements of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs) and the Sony W690 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the A100 vs the W690.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A100 and W690 is 64 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The pic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A100 and W690.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A100 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Sony W690 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged A100 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.