Sony A390 vs Sony W320

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.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The complete galleries are available at Sony A390 Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.

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).

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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.

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

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.