Sony W510 vs Sony WX30
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Sony W510 vs Sony WX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched July 2011
Sony W510 vs Sony WX30 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Sony W510 and Sony WX30, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the W510 (12MP) and WX30 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe W510 was released 6 months before the WX30 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the W510 scores versus the WX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony W510 vs Sony WX30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The complete galleries are available at Sony W510 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Sony WX30
W510 | WX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Sony W510
WX30 | W510 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony W510 and Sony WX30
W510 | WX30 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | July 2011 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Sony W510 vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony W510 features exterior dimensions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Sony W510 and Sony WX30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the W510 against the WX30.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the W510 and WX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Sony W510 vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The image here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the W510 and WX30.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony WX30 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively.
Sony W510 vs Sony WX30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony W510 vs Sony WX30 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-06 | 2011-07-25 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | BIONZ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Clear Photo LCD | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 2 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.30 m | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic 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 | 119 grams (0.26 pounds) | 117 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 life | - | 250 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
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 feature | ||
Type of storage | 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 |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $99 | $259 |