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Sony A390 vs Sony W320

Portability
66
Imaging
54
Features
54
Overall
54
Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 front
Portability
97
Imaging
36
Features
21
Overall
30

Sony A390 vs Sony W320 Key Specs

Sony A390
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
  • Revealed July 2010
  • Previous Model is Sony A380
Sony W320
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 117g - 93 x 52 x 17mm
  • Introduced January 2010
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Sony A390 vs Sony W320 Overview

Following is a extended overview of the Sony A390 and Sony W320, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Sony. The image resolution of the A390 (14MP) and the W320 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the A390 (APS-C) and W320 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The A390 was released 7 months after the W320 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A390 scores versus the W320 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Sony A390 over the Sony W320

 A390 W320 
IntroducedJuly 2010January 2010More modern by 7 months
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Reasons to pick Sony W320 over the Sony A390

 W320 A390 

Common features in the Sony A390 and Sony W320

 A390 W320 
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Sony A390 vs Sony W320 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony A390 enjoys exterior measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") along with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Sony W320 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Sony A390 and Sony W320 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the A390 vs the W320.

Sony A390 vs Sony W320 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A390 and W320 is 66 and 97 respectively.

Sony A390 vs Sony W320 top view buttons comparison

Sony A390 vs Sony W320 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A390 and W320.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The A390 provides the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF easier. The more recent A390 will have an advantage in sensor tech.

Sony A390 vs Sony W320 sensor size comparison

Sony A390 vs Sony W320 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony A390 vs Sony W320 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sony A390 Portrait photography advice
Sony W320 Portrait photography advice
72
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features face detection focusing
delivers RAW files
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Sony A390 Street photography highlights
Sony W320 Street photography highlights
76
tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
48
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Sony A390
Sports photography with Sony W320
60
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
has phase detect AF
slow fps (3.0 frames/s)
low battery life (230 per charge)
26
megapixel count decent (14MP)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Sony A390 Travel photography details
Sony W320 Travel photography details
53
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
low battery life (230 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
66
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Sony A390 Landscape photography information
Sony W320 Landscape photography information
61
has manual focus
change lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
low battery life (230 per charge)
does not have Time Lapse recording
33
rather wide (26mm)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony A390 Vlogging information
Sony W320 Vlogging information
9
can't shoot video
26
rather wide (26mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have mic port
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Sony A390 vs Sony W320 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony A390 and Sony W320
 Sony Alpha DSLR-A390Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320
General Information
Brand Name Sony Sony
Model Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320
Class Entry-Level DSLR Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-07-28 2010-01-07
Body design Compact SLR Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Bionz -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.7mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 369.0mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4592 x 3056 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount Sony/Minolta Alpha fixed lens
Lens focal range - 26-105mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/2.7-5.7
Macro focus range - 4cm
Total lenses 143 -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 5.8
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentamirror) None
Viewfinder coverage 95 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.49x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 1s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed 3.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 10.00 m (at ISO 100) 4.80 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/160s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions - 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution None 640x480
Video file format - Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 549 gr (1.21 pounds) 117 gr (0.26 pounds)
Dimensions 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") 93 x 52 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 66 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 22.5 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 11.5 not tested
DXO Low light score 607 not tested
Other
Battery life 230 shots -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-FH50 NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $500 $269