Sony a1 vs Sony W350
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Sony a1 vs Sony W350 Key Specs
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- 50MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 737g - 129 x 97 x 70mm
- Launched January 2021
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2010
Sony a1 vs Sony W350 Overview
Below is a thorough analysis of the Sony a1 versus Sony W350, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and both are designed by Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the a1 (50MP) and W350 (14MP) and the a1 (Full frame) and W350 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe a1 was launched 11 years later than the W350 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the a1 scores vs the W350 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony a1 vs Sony W350 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha a1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony a1 Gallery and Sony W350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony a1 over the Sony W350
a1 | W350 | |||
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Introduced | January 2021 | January 2010 | More recent by 135 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1440k | 230k | Sharper display (+1210k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Sony a1
W350 | a1 |
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Common features in the Sony a1 and Sony W350
a1 | W350 | |||
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Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Sony a1 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony a1 enjoys exterior measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs) while the Sony W350 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Sony a1 versus Sony W350 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the a1 and the W350.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the a1 and W350 is 61 and 97 respectively.
Sony a1 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the a1 and W350.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The a1 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony a1 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 36MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent a1 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
Sony a1 vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony a1 vs Sony W350 Specifications
Sony Alpha a1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha a1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2021-01-26 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 50MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 8640 x 5760 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 32000 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 759 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Number of lenses | 133 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,440 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 9,437 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.9x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 30.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/400 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 7680x4320 (30p, 25p, 23.98) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 7680x4320 | 1280x720 |
Video format | XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 737 gr (1.62 lb) | 117 gr (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 97 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 530 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-FZ100 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots (UHS-II supported) | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Two | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $6,498 | $200 |