Sony W510 vs Sony W560
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Sony W510 vs Sony W560 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
Sony W510 vs Sony W560 Overview
Below is a thorough analysis of the Sony W510 vs Sony W560, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both produced by Sony. The resolution of the W510 (12MP) and the W560 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe W510 was unveiled within a month of the W560 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the W510 grades vs the W560 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony W510 vs Sony W560 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The full galleries are viewable at Sony W510 Gallery & Sony W560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Sony W560
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Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Sony W510
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Sony W510 and Sony W560
W510 | W560 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | January 2011 | Same age | |
Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Sony W510 vs Sony W560 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony W510 comes with exterior measurements of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony W560 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony W510 vs Sony W560 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the W510 compared to the W560.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the W510 and W560 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Sony W510 vs Sony W560 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the W510 and W560.
As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony W560 to show extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively.
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Sony W510 vs Sony W560 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-01-06 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | BIONZ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
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 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | Clear Photo LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 2 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.30 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 119 grams (0.26 pounds) | 110 grams (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 model | NP-BN1 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $99 | $139 |