Sony W370 vs Sony W690

Below is a extensive comparison of the Sony W370 and Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the W370 (14MP) and the W690 (16MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The W370 was introduced 3 years earlier than the W690 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the W370 scores versus the W690 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony W370 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony W370 features exterior dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony W690 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the W370 and the W690.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W370 and W690 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the W370 and W690.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony W690 to result in greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The older W370 will be behind in sensor tech.