Sony W310 vs Sony W510
96 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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96 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Sony W310 vs Sony W510 Key Specs
(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
(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
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").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
Sony W310 vs Sony W510 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The whole galleries are provided at Sony W310 Gallery & Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Sony W510
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Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Sony W310
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Revealed | January 2011 | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Sony W310 and Sony W510
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal 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.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.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W310 and W510 is 96 and 96 respectively.
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.
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Sony W310 vs Sony W510 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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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 |