Sony W530 vs Sony W810
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Sony W530 vs Sony W810 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
- Announced January 2014
Sony W530 vs Sony W810 Overview
Below is a thorough comparison of the Sony W530 versus Sony W810, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are sold by Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the W530 (14MP) and W810 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe W530 was revealed 4 years earlier than the W810 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the W530 matches up versus the W810 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony W530 vs Sony W810 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The full galleries are viewable at Sony W530 Gallery and Sony W810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Sony W810
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Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Sony W530
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Announced | January 2014 | January 2011 | More recent by 36 months |
Common features in the Sony W530 and Sony W810
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Manually focus | No 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 | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Sony W530 vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony W530 provides external measurements of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Sony W810 has dimensions of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Sony W530 versus Sony W810 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the W530 and the W810.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the W530 and W810 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Sony W530 vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the W530 and W810.
As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony W810 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older W530 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Sony W530 vs Sony W810 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-01-06 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 27-162mm (6.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.7 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | Clear Photo LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 2 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.20 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 113 grams (0.25 lb) | 111 grams (0.24 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BN1 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $269 | $100 |