Sony W370 vs Sony A77 II
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Sony W370 vs Sony A77 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 50 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 647g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Revealed May 2014
- Succeeded the Sony A77
Sony W370 vs Sony A77 II Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the Sony W370 versus Sony A77 II, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR and both of them are built by Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the W370 (14MP) and A77 II (24MP) and the W370 (1/2.3") and A77 II (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe W370 was unveiled 5 years before the A77 II and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony W370 being a Compact camera and the Sony A77 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the W370 grades versus the A77 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony W370 vs Sony A77 II Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 and Sony SLT-A77 II. The full galleries are available at Sony W370 Gallery and Sony A77 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Sony A77 II
W370 | A77 II |
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Reasons to pick Sony A77 II over the Sony W370
A77 II | W370 | |||
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Revealed | May 2014 | January 2010 | Fresher by 53 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 230k | Clearer display (+999k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sony W370 and Sony A77 II
W370 | A77 II | |||
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Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Sony W370 vs Sony A77 II Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony W370 features physical dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony A77 II has dimensions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 647 grams (1.43 lbs).
Look at the Sony W370 versus Sony A77 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the W370 compared to the A77 II.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the W370 and A77 II is 94 and 62 respectively.
Sony W370 vs Sony A77 II Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the W370 and A77 II.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The W370 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A77 II will deliver more detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older W370 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Sony W370 vs Sony A77 II Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | Sony SLT-A77 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | Sony SLT-A77 II |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2014-05-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 50 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 79 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 34-238mm (7.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.6-5.6 | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 2 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro | Auto, fill, rear sync, slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 179 gr (0.39 lb) | 647 gr (1.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 82 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1013 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 480 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BN1 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
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 | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $230 | $1,198 |