Sony RX1 vs Sony W330
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Sony RX1 vs Sony W330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0-22.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Introduced February 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2010
Sony RX1 vs Sony W330 Overview
Below is a extended overview of the Sony RX1 versus Sony W330, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are designed by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the RX1 (24MP) and W330 (14MP) and the RX1 (Full frame) and W330 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe RX1 was introduced 3 years later than the W330 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the RX1 matches up vs the W330 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony RX1 vs Sony W330 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The whole galleries are provided at Sony RX1 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX1 over the Sony W330
RX1 | W330 | |||
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Revealed | February 2013 | January 2010 | More recent by 38 months | |
Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen resolution | 1229k | 230k | Crisper screen (+999k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Sony RX1
W330 | RX1 |
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Common features in the Sony RX1 and Sony W330
RX1 | W330 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Sony RX1 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony RX1 features physical measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Sony W330 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony RX1 versus Sony W330 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the RX1 and the W330.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX1 and W330 is 79 and 96 respectively.
Sony RX1 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the RX1 and W330.
Plainly, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The RX1 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony RX1 will give greater detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent RX1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Sony RX1 vs Sony W330 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-02-19 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 852.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-22.0 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,229k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | Xtra FineTFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic and Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/4000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 482 grams (1.06 lb) | 128 grams (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 93 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2534 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-BX1 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $2,798 | $170 |