Sony WX300 vs Sony A58
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Sony WX300 vs Sony A58 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Revealed February 2013
- Updated by Sony WX350
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000 (Bump to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 492g - 129 x 95 x 78mm
- Released November 2013
- Replaced the Sony A57
Sony WX300 vs Sony A58 Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Sony WX300 and Sony A58, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the WX300 (18MP) and the A58 (20MP) is pretty similar but the WX300 (1/2.3") and A58 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WX300 was revealed 9 months prior to the A58 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the WX300 matches up against the A58 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony WX300 vs Sony A58 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 and Sony SLT-A58. The full galleries are provided at Sony WX300 Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Sony A58
WX300 | A58 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony A58 over the Sony WX300
A58 | WX300 | |||
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Released | November 2013 | February 2013 | Newer by 9 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Sony WX300 and Sony A58
WX300 | A58 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Sony WX300 vs Sony A58 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Sony WX300 has got outer measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony A58 has sizing of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).
See the Sony WX300 and Sony A58 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the WX300 versus the A58.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WX300 and A58 is 94 and 68 respectively.
Sony WX300 vs Sony A58 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WX300 and A58.
As you can see, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WX300 having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Sony A58 will offer you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged WX300 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Sony WX300 vs Sony A58 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | Sony SLT-A58 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | Sony SLT-A58 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-02-20 | 2013-11-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 5456 x 3632 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | - |
Available lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.65x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.30 m | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 166g (0.37 pounds) | 492g (1.08 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 129 x 95 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 753 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 690 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BX1 | NP-FM500H |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $330 | $645 |