Sony HX80 vs Sony W710
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Sony HX80 vs Sony W710 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 245g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Revealed March 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Announced January 2013
Sony HX80 vs Sony W710 Overview
Below is a detailed review of the Sony HX80 versus Sony W710, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Sony. The image resolution of the HX80 (18MP) and the W710 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe HX80 was released 3 years later than the W710 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the HX80 scores against the W710 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony HX80 vs Sony W710 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The complete galleries are available at Sony HX80 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX80 over the Sony W710
HX80 | W710 | |||
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Announced | March 2016 | January 2013 | More recent by 39 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Sony HX80
W710 | HX80 | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony HX80 and Sony W710
HX80 | W710 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing |
Sony HX80 vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX80 features external measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony W710 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony HX80 versus Sony W710 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the HX80 against the W710.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the HX80 and W710 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Sony HX80 vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the HX80 and W710.
To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX80 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The newer HX80 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Sony HX80 vs Sony W710 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2016-03-07 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Bionz X | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.4 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m (with Auto ISO) | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, off, rear sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 245g (0.54 pounds) | 114g (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 390 photographs | 240 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BX1 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo; SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $368 | $90 |