Sony TX30 vs Sony W710
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Sony TX30 vs Sony W710 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Announced July 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2013
Sony TX30 vs Sony W710 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Sony TX30 vs Sony W710, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the TX30 (18MP) and the W710 (16MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe TX30 was brought out 7 months later than the W710 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W710 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TX30 grades against the W710 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony TX30 vs Sony W710 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony TX30 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Sony W710
TX30 | W710 | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | January 2013 | Fresher by 7 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3.3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.6") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 230k | Crisper display (+999k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Sony TX30
W710 | TX30 |
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Common features in the Sony TX30 and Sony W710
TX30 | W710 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Sony TX30 vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Sony TX30 provides exterior measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony W710 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the Sony TX30 vs Sony W710 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the TX30 versus the W710.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the TX30 and W710 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Sony TX30 vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TX30 and W710.
Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony TX30 to give you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer TX30 should have an edge in sensor technology.
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Sony TX30 vs Sony W710 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-07-26 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,229k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | OLED monitor | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 141 gr (0.31 lbs) | 114 gr (0.25 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 240 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $230 | $90 |