Sony QX10 vs Sony W730
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Sony QX10 vs Sony W730 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 105g - 62 x 62 x 33mm
- Released September 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
Sony QX10 vs Sony W730 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Sony QX10 and Sony W730, one being a Lens-style and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the QX10 (18MP) and the W730 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe QX10 was introduced 8 months later than the W730 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony W730 being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the QX10 matches up against the W730 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony QX10 vs Sony W730 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony QX10 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony QX10 over the Sony W730
QX10 | W730 | |||
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Announced | September 2013 | January 2013 | Fresher by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Sony QX10
W730 | QX10 | |||
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Screen sizing | 2.7" | " | Bigger screen (+2.7") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 0k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Sony QX10 and Sony W730
QX10 | W730 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Sony QX10 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony QX10 offers external measurements of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Sony W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
See the Sony QX10 and Sony W730 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the QX10 and the W730.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the QX10 and W730 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Sony QX10 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The visual here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the QX10 and W730.
Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony QX10 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent QX10 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Sony QX10 vs Sony W730 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
Category | Lens-style | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-09-04 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Lens-style | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | - | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 0k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Depends on connected smartphone | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 2.80 m |
Flash options | None | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1440x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 105 gr (0.23 lb) | 122 gr (0.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 62 x 62 x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 | 220 photographs | 240 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BN, | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $250 | $138 |