Sony W290 vs Sony W530
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Sony W290 vs Sony W530 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
Sony W290 vs Sony W530 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Sony W290 and Sony W530, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Sony. The resolution of the W290 (12MP) and the W530 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe W290 was released 22 months earlier than the W530 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony W290 being a Compact camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the W290 scores against the W530 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony W290 vs Sony W530 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony W290 Gallery & Sony W530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Sony W530
W290 | W530 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Sony W290
W530 | W290 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | February 2009 | Newer by 22 months |
Common features in the Sony W290 and Sony W530
W290 | W530 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Sony W290 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony W290 provides outside measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony W530 has measurements of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the Sony W290 and Sony W530 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the W290 vs the W530.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the W290 and W530 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Sony W290 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the W290 and W530.
As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony W530 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged W290 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Sony W290 vs Sony W530 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-02-17 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
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 | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 2s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) | 113 gr (0.25 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $230 | $269 |