Sony TX7 vs Sony W310
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Sony TX7 vs Sony W310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Released January 2010
Sony TX7 vs Sony W310 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Sony TX7 versus Sony W310, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are built by Sony. The sensor resolution of the TX7 (10MP) and the W310 (12MP) is very well matched but the TX7 (1/2.4") and W310 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TX7 was brought out at a similar time to the W310 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the TX7 grades versus the W310 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony TX7 vs Sony W310 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The entire galleries are provided at Sony TX7 Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony TX7 over the Sony W310
TX7 | W310 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Sony TX7
W310 | TX7 |
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Common features in the Sony TX7 and Sony W310
TX7 | W310 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Sony TX7 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX7 comes with exterior measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony W310 has dimensions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Compare the Sony TX7 versus Sony W310 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the TX7 vs the W310.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TX7 and W310 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Sony TX7 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The image below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TX7 and W310.
All in all, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The TX7 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony W310 will resolve extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively.
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Sony TX7 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-01-07 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.4" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.104 x 4.578mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-4.6 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 2s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.80 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149 grams (0.33 pounds) | 137 grams (0.30 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 model | NP-BN1 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $300 | $150 |