Sony A290 vs Sony WX80
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Sony A290 vs Sony WX80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Launched June 2010
- Earlier Model is Sony A230
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-8.0) lens
- 124g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
Sony A290 vs Sony WX80 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Sony A290 versus Sony WX80, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Sony. The image resolution of the A290 (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the A290 (APS-C) and WX80 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe A290 was revealed 3 years prior to the WX80 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony WX80 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the A290 matches up against the WX80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A290 vs Sony WX80 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A290 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A290 over the Sony WX80
A290 | WX80 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Sony WX80 over the Sony A290
WX80 | A290 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | June 2010 | Fresher by 31 months |
Common features in the Sony A290 and Sony WX80
A290 | WX80 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Sony A290 vs Sony WX80 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Sony A290 enjoys outside measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Sony WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check the Sony A290 versus Sony WX80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the A290 compared to the WX80.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A290 and WX80 is 66 and 96 respectively.
Sony A290 vs Sony WX80 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A290 and WX80.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A290 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony WX80 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older A290 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Sony A290 vs Sony WX80 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-06-09 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-8.0 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 143 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) | 4.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 549 grams (1.21 pounds) | 124 grams (0.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 66 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 615 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 photographs | 240 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FH50 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo, SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $600 | $276 |