Sony W620 vs Sony W690
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Sony W620 vs Sony W690 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2012
Sony W620 vs Sony W690 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Sony W620 and Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Sony. The image resolution of the W620 (14MP) and the W690 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe W620 was launched at a similar time to the W690 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the W620 grades vs the W690 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony W620 vs Sony W690 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are provided at Sony W620 Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Sony W690
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Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Sony W620
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Sony W620 and Sony W690
W620 | W690 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | February 2012 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Sony W620 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony W620 provides exterior measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony W690 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony W620 and Sony W690 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the W620 vs the W690.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W620 and W690 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Sony W620 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the W620 and W690.
As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony W690 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively.
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Sony W620 vs Sony W690 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-10 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | BIONZ | 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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | Clear Photo TFT LCD | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 2 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 116 grams (0.26 lb) | 142 grams (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | 220 shots | 220 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BN | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, 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 | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $102 | $297 |