Sony H20 vs Sony W310
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Sony H20 vs Sony W310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Launched May 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
Sony H20 vs Sony W310 Overview
Following is a in-depth assessment of the Sony H20 versus Sony W310, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact and both are manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the H20 (10MP) and the W310 (12MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe H20 was announced 7 months prior to the W310 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony H20 being a Compact camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the H20 grades against the W310 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony H20 vs Sony W310 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony H20 Gallery & Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Sony W310
H20 | W310 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Sony H20
W310 | H20 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | May 2009 | More modern by 7 months |
Common features in the Sony H20 and Sony W310
H20 | W310 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Sony H20 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony H20 enjoys outside measurements of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony W310 has measurements of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check the Sony H20 versus Sony W310 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the H20 versus the W310.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the H20 and W310 is 87 and 96 respectively.
Sony H20 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The picture here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the H20 and W310.
All in all, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony W310 to offer you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged H20 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Sony H20 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-05-14 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-380mm (10.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.4 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.10 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250 grams (0.55 pounds) | 137 grams (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $249 | $150 |