Sony G3 vs Sony WX10
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Sony G3 vs Sony WX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-168mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 161g - 95 x 54 x 23mm
- Released January 2011
Sony G3 vs Sony WX10 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Sony G3 vs Sony WX10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both sold by Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the G3 (10MP) and WX10 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe G3 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the WX10 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the G3 matches up versus the WX10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony G3 vs Sony WX10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony G3 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Sony WX10
G3 | WX10 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX10 over the Sony G3
WX10 | G3 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | January 2009 | Newer by 24 months |
Common features in the Sony G3 and Sony WX10
G3 | WX10 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Sony G3 vs Sony WX10 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Sony G3 has got physical measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony WX10 has sizing of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Sony G3 vs Sony WX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the G3 vs the WX10.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and WX10 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Sony G3 vs Sony WX10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The image below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 and WX10.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony WX10 to render greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged G3 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Sony G3 vs Sony WX10 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 24-168mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-10.0 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inch | 2.8 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD Plus |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) | 7.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 185 grams (0.41 lbs) | 161 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 95 x 54 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $200 | $200 |