Sony W320 vs Sony A57
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![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W320/Sony-W320-front.jpg)
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Sony W320 vs Sony A57 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 93 x 52 x 17mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
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Sony W320 vs Sony A57 Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Sony W320 and Sony A57, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the W320 (14MP) and the A57 (16MP) is very similar but the W320 (1/2.3") and A57 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.
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The W320 was launched 3 years before the A57 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A57 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the W320 matches up vs the A57 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Sony W320 vs Sony A57 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 and Sony SLT-A57. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony W320 Gallery and Sony A57 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony W320 over the Sony A57
W320 | A57 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A57 over the Sony W320
A57 | W320 | |||
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Announced | September 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 32 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Sony W320 and Sony A57
W320 | A57 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Sony W320 vs Sony A57 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony W320 features outer dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony A57 has measurements of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).
Examine the Sony W320 and Sony A57 in the new Camera and 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 Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the W320 against the A57.
![Sony W320 vs Sony A57 size comparison Sony W320 vs Sony A57 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W320-vs-Sony-SLT-A57-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the W320 and A57 is 97 and 64 respectively.
![Sony W320 vs Sony A57 top view buttons comparison Sony W320 vs Sony A57 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W320-vs-Sony-SLT-A57-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony W320 vs Sony A57 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The graphic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the W320 and A57.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The W320 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony A57 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older W320 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
![Sony W320 vs Sony A57 sensor size comparison Sony W320 vs Sony A57 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W320-vs-Sony-SLT-A57-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony W320 vs Sony A57 Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony W320 vs Sony A57 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony W320 vs Sony A57 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W320-vs-Sony-SLT-A57-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sony W320 vs Sony A57 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 | Sony SLT-A57 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 | Sony SLT-A57 |
Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2010-01-07 | 2012-09-13 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | Xtra Fine TFT drive with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.80 m | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 117 grams (0.26 pounds) | 618 grams (1.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 52 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 132 x 98 x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 785 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 550 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BN1 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $269 | $1,000 |