Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800/B vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 — Which Is Better?
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Sony · Compact · 20 MP · 1/2.3” · Standard HD video
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800/B
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Sony · Compact · 20 MP · 1/2.3” · Standard HD video
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800/B and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 are both 2014 fixed-lens compacts aimed at simple point-and-shoot photography, with no lens-buying decisions to make. The W810 is the lighter camera at 111 g, against 125 g for the W800, a difference of 14 g. Their body dimensions also differ: 50 x 22 x 54 mm for the W800 versus 97 x 56 x 21 mm for the W810. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2014 | 2014 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
February 13, 2014 | January 14, 2014 |
| Camera type |  Compact | Compact |
| Camera size | 50 x 22 x 54 mm | 97 x 56 x 21 mm |
| Camera weight | 125 g | 111 g |
| Optics | 60/100 | 56/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe W810 starts at ISO 80 while the W800 starts at ISO 100, so the W810 can hold the lower sensitivity setting in bright daylight. The core sensor specifications match: each pairs a 20 megapixel CCD sensor with the 1/2.3 inch format, and each offers image stabilisation for steadier handheld frames along with a 1/1500 second top shutter speed. Framing and pace are shared traits here. Each relies on a single autofocus point and neither has a viewfinder, so shots are composed on the rear screen. Burst shooting runs at 1 fps on each, so neither suits fast action such as a running child or a flying bird. The W800 uses Sony's Bionz processor, while the W810's processor is unspecified. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
20 MP050 | 20 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
5152 x 3864 | 5152 x 3864 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CCD | CCD |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
6.17 x 4.55 | 6.17 x 4.55 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 1/2.3” | 1/2.3” |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
1 fps045 | 1 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Fixed | Fixed |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Bionz | Unspecified |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 4:3 | 4:3 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
10030200 | 8030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
32003003280000 | 32003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
10030200 | 8030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
32003003280000 | 32003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
244080 | 144080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
150080032000 | 150080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
10300 | 10300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
 Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
None | None |
| Viewfinder dots | N/A | N/A |
| Video | 34/100 | 34/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoThe W810 is the only one of the pair that records video, which makes it the practical choice for anyone who wants occasional clips alongside stills. Its maximum video resolution is Standard HD, and its maximum frame rate is 30 fps, with clips recorded in MPEG4 or AVI format. The W800 does not record video, so buyers filming birthday moments or holiday scenes should rule it out. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
No |  Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 Standard HD | Standard HD |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
30 fps | 30 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
✗ | ✗ |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MPEG4, AVI | MPEG4, AVI |
| Features | 47/100 | 47/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesConnectivity and controls match, so either camera can send photos to a phone over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Each has a 2.7 inch TFT LCD with 230,000 dots that flips for framing, plus a built-in flash and live view. Neither offers GPS, a touchscreen, an external flash connection or weather sealing. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
 Yes | Yes |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
✗ | ✗ |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
✗ | ✗ |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
2300001150001500000 | 2300001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
 Yes | Yes |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Storage & battery | 13/100 | 13/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryStorage and battery choices are the same: each camera takes SD, SDHC and SDXC cards alongside Memory Stick Pro Duo and Pro-HG Duo media in a single slot. The same NP-BN battery type is rated for 200 shots in both cameras. Neither charges over USB. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo / Pro-HG Duo | SD / SDHC / SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo / Pro-HG Duo |
| Dual memory card slots | ✗ | ✗ |
| Battery type | NP-BN | NP-BN |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
200 shots1505000 | 200 shots1505000 |
| USB charging | ✗ | ✗ |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Choose the W810 for the more capable everyday pocket camera: it records Standard HD video, starts at ISO 80 for bright-day shooting, and weighs 14 g less. It suits family snapshots, travel and social sharing over Wi-Fi, with the bonus of clips when a still is not enough. The W800 remains a reasonable stills-only pick with the same 20 megapixel CCD output and Sony's Bionz processor, but it gives up video entirely.