Sony W380 vs Sony W510

Here, we will be comparing the Sony W380 versus Sony W510, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both designed by Sony. The resolution of the W380 (14MP) and the W510 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The W380 was revealed 12 months earlier than the W510 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the W380 grades vs the W510 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The full galleries are provided at Sony W380 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony W380 features physical measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W510 has proportions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the W380 compared to the W510.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the W380 and W510 is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The graphic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the W380 and W510.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony W380 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older W380 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.