Sony QX30 vs Sony W510
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![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-QX30/Sony-QX30-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W510/Sony-W510-front.jpg)
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Sony QX30 vs Sony W510 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 193g - 68 x 65 x 58mm
- Introduced September 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Launched January 2011
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Sony QX30 vs Sony W510 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Sony QX30 versus Sony W510, one being a Lens-style and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the QX30 (20MP) and W510 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The QX30 was announced 3 years later than the W510 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the QX30 grades versus the W510 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Sony QX30 vs Sony W510 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The whole galleries are available at Sony QX30 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony QX30 over the Sony W510
QX30 | W510 | |||
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Launched | September 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 45 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Sony QX30
W510 | QX30 | |||
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Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+2.7") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Sony QX30 and Sony W510
QX30 | W510 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Sony QX30 vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Sony QX30 comes with physical dimensions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony W510 has sizing of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Sony QX30 versus Sony W510 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the QX30 versus the W510.
![Sony QX30 vs Sony W510 size comparison Sony QX30 vs Sony W510 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-QX30-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W510-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the QX30 and W510 is 91 and 96 respectively.
![Sony QX30 vs Sony W510 top view buttons comparison Sony QX30 vs Sony W510 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-QX30-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W510-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony QX30 vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The photograph here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the QX30 and W510.
All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony QX30 to show more detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent QX30 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
![Sony QX30 vs Sony W510 sensor size comparison Sony QX30 vs Sony W510 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-QX30-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W510-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony QX30 vs Sony W510 Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony QX30 vs Sony W510 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony QX30 vs Sony W510 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-QX30-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W510-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sony QX30 vs Sony W510 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
Class | Lens-style | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2014-09-03 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Lens-style | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz X | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
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 | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | - | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 0 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
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 rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 2.30 m |
Flash options | None | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193 gr (0.43 lb) | 119 gr (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 68 x 65 x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
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 life | 200 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-BN, | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $348 | $99 |