Sony W290 vs Sony WX300
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Sony W290 vs Sony WX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Released February 2013
- Refreshed by Sony WX350
Sony W290 vs Sony WX300 Overview
Following is a extended assessment of the Sony W290 and Sony WX300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the W290 (12MP) and WX300 (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe W290 was released 5 years prior to the WX300 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the W290 matches up vs the WX300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony W290 vs Sony WX300 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The complete galleries are provided at Sony W290 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Sony WX300
W290 | WX300 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Sony W290
WX300 | W290 | |||
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Released | February 2013 | February 2009 | More modern by 48 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Sony W290 and Sony WX300
W290 | WX300 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Sony W290 vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony W290 has exterior measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony WX300 has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Sony W290 and Sony WX300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the W290 versus the WX300.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the W290 and WX300 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Sony W290 vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over specs. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the W290 and WX300.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony WX300 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged W290 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Sony W290 vs Sony WX300 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony W290 vs Sony WX300 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-02-17 | 2013-02-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 2s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | 4.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) | 166 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $230 | $330 |