Sony W320 vs Sony W620
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Sony W320 vs Sony W620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 93 x 52 x 17mm
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Released January 2012
Sony W320 vs Sony W620 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Sony W320 and Sony W620, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Sony. The resolution of the W320 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe W320 was revealed 24 months earlier than the W620 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W620 being a Compact camera.
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the W320 grades against the W620 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony W320 vs Sony W620 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The full galleries are provided at Sony W320 Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony W320 over the Sony W620
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Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Sony W320
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Released | January 2012 | January 2010 | Fresher by 24 months |
Common features in the Sony W320 and Sony W620
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Sony W320 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Sony W320 features outside dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony W620 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Sony W320 and Sony W620 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the W320 vs the W620.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W320 and W620 is 97 and 96 respectively.
Sony W320 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the W320 and W620.
To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you might want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older W320 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Sony W320 vs Sony W620 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-07 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.7 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.80 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 117 gr (0.26 pounds) | 116 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 52 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" 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 | - | 220 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BN1 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $269 | $102 |