Sony S980 vs Sony W290

Here, we will be comparing the Sony S980 versus Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the S980 (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S980 was introduced very close to the W290 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the S980 scores against the W290 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are provided at Sony S980 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony S980 has exterior 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 proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S980 versus the W290.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S980 and W290 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S980 and W290.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images but you have to take the age of the products into consideration.