Clicky

Sony W310 vs Sony W510

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 front
Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
17
Overall
28

Sony W310 vs Sony W510 Key Specs

Sony W310
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
  • 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2010
Sony W510
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2011
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Sony W310 vs Sony W510 Overview

Below, we will be looking at the Sony W310 and Sony W510, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the W310 (12MP) and the W510 (12MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

The W310 was introduced 12 months before the W510 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the W310 scores against the W510 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation
	
	

Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Sony W510

 W310 W510 

Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Sony W310

 W510 W310 
RevealedJanuary 2011January 2010Fresher by 12 months

Common features in the Sony W310 and Sony W510

 W310 W510 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Sony W310 vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony W310 features outer dimensions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Sony W510 has measurements of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony W310 and Sony W510 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the W310 vs the W510.

Sony W310 vs Sony W510 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W310 and W510 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sony W310 vs Sony W510 top view buttons comparison

Sony W310 vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The graphic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the W310 and W510.

All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images but you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older W310 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Sony W310 vs Sony W510 sensor size comparison

Sony W310 vs Sony W510 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony W310 vs Sony W510 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sony W310 Portrait photography information
Sony W510 Portrait photography information
21
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
21
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Street Comparison

Sony W310 as a Street photography camera
Sony W510 as a Street photography camera
57
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Sports Comparison

Sony W310 Sports photography advice
Sony W510 Sports photography advice
25
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Travel Comparison

Sony W310 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W510 as a Travel photography camera
58
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
no Timelapse mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
58
flash built-in
reasonably wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Sony W310
Landscape photography with Sony W510
32
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Timelapse mode
33
reasonably wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
manual focus not available
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
missing Timelapse function
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Vlogging Comparison

Sony W310 as a Vlogging camera
Sony W510 as a Vlogging camera
29
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
no external microphone socket
29
reasonably wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
missing external microphone support
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

Sony W310 vs Sony W510 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony W310 and Sony W510
 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510
General Information
Brand Sony Sony
Model type Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2010-01-07 2011-01-06
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - BIONZ
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-112mm (4.0x) 26-104mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.0-5.8 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1s 2s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 2.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
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 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 137 gr (0.30 pounds) 119 gr (0.26 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" 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 ID NP-BN1 NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at release $150 $99