Sony W290 vs Sony W710
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![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W290/Sony-W290-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710/Sony-W710-front.jpg)
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Sony W290 vs Sony W710 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
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Released January 2013
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Sony W290 vs Sony W710 Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Sony W290 versus Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both created by Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the W290 (12MP) and W710 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The W290 was announced 4 years before the W710 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the W290 matches up versus the W710 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Sony W290 vs Sony W710 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony W290 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Sony W710
W290 | W710 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Sony W290
W710 | W290 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 47 months |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony W290 and Sony W710
W290 | W710 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Sony W290 vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Sony W290 has got physical measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony W710 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Contrast the Sony W290 versus Sony W710 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the W290 against the W710.
![Sony W290 vs Sony W710 size comparison Sony W290 vs Sony W710 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W290-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the W290 and W710 is 94 and 96 respectively.
![Sony W290 vs Sony W710 top view buttons comparison Sony W290 vs Sony W710 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W290-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony W290 vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the W290 and W710.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony W710 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged W290 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Sony W290 vs Sony W710 sensor size comparison Sony W290 vs Sony W710 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W290-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony W290 vs Sony W710 Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony W290 vs Sony W710 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony W290 vs Sony W710 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W290-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sony W290 vs Sony W710 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-17 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 2 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) | 114 grams (0.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 life | - | 240 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
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 | One | One |
Launch pricing | $230 | $90 |