Sony S950 vs Sony W290
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Sony S950 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009
Sony S950 vs Sony W290 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Sony S950 versus Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are designed by Sony. The resolution of the S950 (10MP) and the W290 (12MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S950 was announced around the same time to the W290 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S950 grades against the W290 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony S950 vs Sony W290 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony S950 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Sony W290
S950 | W290 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Sony S950
W290 | S950 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Sony S950 and Sony W290
S950 | W290 | |||
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Introduced | February 2009 | February 2009 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Sony S950 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Sony S950 has outer dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Sony S950 versus Sony W290 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S950 against the W290.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S950 and W290 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Sony S950 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S950 and W290.
As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony W290 to offer you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively.
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Sony S950 vs Sony W290 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-17 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 2 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167 gr (0.37 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $130 | $230 |