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Sony W620 vs Sony W690

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 front
Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
32
Overall
36

Sony W620 vs Sony W690 Key Specs

Sony W620
(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
Sony W690
(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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Sony W690

 W620 W690 

Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Sony W620

 W690 W620 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Sony W620 and Sony W690

 W620 W690 
IntroducedJanuary 2012February 2012Similar age
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Sony W620 vs Sony W690 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W620 and W690 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Sony W620 vs Sony W690 top view buttons comparison

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.

Sony W620 vs Sony W690 sensor size comparison

Sony W620 vs Sony W690 Screen and ViewFinder

Sony W620 vs Sony W690 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sony W620 Portrait photography details
Sony W690 Portrait photography details
33
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
comes with face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
34
decent MP (16 megapixels)
provides face detection focus
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Sony W620
Street photography with Sony W690
56
lighter than average (116 grams)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sony W620 Sports photography information
Sony W690 Sports photography information
32
megapixel count decent (14MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
max fps very slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Sony W620 Travel photography factors
Sony W690 Travel photography factors
68
lighter than average (116g)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
68
decent MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
long reach (250mm)
does not have Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Sony W620
Landscape photography with Sony W690
33
pretty wide (28mm)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
43
pretty wide (25mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
manual mode not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Sony W620 Vlogging highlights
Sony W690 Vlogging highlights
30
pretty wide (28mm)
comes with face detection focus
lighter than average (116 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic socket
31
pretty wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection focus
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone jack
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Sony W620 vs Sony W690 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sony W620 and Sony W690
 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690
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