Sony W380 vs Sony W730
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Sony W380 vs Sony W730 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
Sony W380 vs Sony W730 Overview
Here is a in-depth overview of the Sony W380 vs Sony W730, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the W380 (14MP) and the W730 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe W380 was brought out 4 years prior to the W730 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W730 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the W380 scores against the W730 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony W380 vs Sony W730 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The entire galleries are provided at Sony W380 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Sony W730
W380 | W730 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Sony W380
W730 | W380 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | January 2010 | Fresher by 36 months | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony W380 and Sony W730
W380 | W730 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Sony W380 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Sony W380 comes with outer measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W730 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Sony W380 vs Sony W730 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the W380 compared to the W730.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the W380 and W730 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Sony W380 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the W380 and W730.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony W730 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older W380 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Sony W380 vs Sony W730 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.4-5.9 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 2 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.80 m | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 117 grams (0.26 lb) | 122 grams (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 240 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BN1 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/portrait2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $44 | $138 |