• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.1 megapixels
  • 34.00mm - 238.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 20.1 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 200.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Sony DSC-W370 advantages over Sony W830

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.43 vs 1.20 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • More telephoto lens reach
    238 mm vs 200 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

Sony W830 advantages over Sony DSC-W370

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Lighter weight
    122g vs 177g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    20.1 vs 14.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Wider angle lens
    25 mm vs 34 mm
    Capture more of the scene

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

User reviews

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Review Excerpt

The Competition

Compared to Nikon S8000

Sony DSC-W370
Nikon S8000
  • $229
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Fast startup
  • More telephoto lens reach
Sony W830
Nikon S8000
  • $128
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Lighter weight
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compared to Nikon S6000

Sony DSC-W370
Nikon S6000
  • $229
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • HDMI out
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Wider angle lens
Sony W830
Nikon S6000
  • $128
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • More pixels
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Nikon S6100

Sony DSC-W370
Nikon S6100
  • $229
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $174
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • Wider angle lens
Sony W830
Nikon S6100
  • $128
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $174
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • More dots on screen

Compared to Sony W730

Sony DSC-W370
Sony W730
  • $229
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • HDMI out
  • $89
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking
Sony W830
Sony W730
  • $128
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • $89
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compared to Canon 180

Sony DSC-W370
Canon 180
  • $229
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Bigger pixels
  • $167
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Newer
  • Lighter weight
Sony W830
Canon 180
  • $128
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking
  • $167
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer exposure
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