Sony W710 vs Sony A55

On this page, we are evaluating the Sony W710 versus Sony A55, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both built by Sony. The image resolution of the W710 (16MP) and the A55 (16MP) is very close but the W710 (1/2.3") and A55 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The W710 was revealed 2 years later than the A55 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony W710 being a Compact camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the W710 grades against the A55 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 and Sony SLT-A55. The full galleries are available at Sony W710 Gallery and Sony A55 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony W710 provides outer measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Sony A55 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Sony W710 versus Sony A55 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the W710 compared to the A55.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the W710 and A55 is 96 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The visual below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the W710 and A55.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same MP but not the same sensor sizing. The W710 includes the smaller sensor which should make obtaining bokeh more difficult. The more modern W710 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.