Sony DSCW830
Score: 65/100
Kodak PIXPRO FZ45
Score: 69/100Rankings
The Kodak PIXPRO Friendly Zoom FZ45-BK is a budget-friendly point-and-shoot with a 27 mm wide-angle lens and 4× optical zoom. Its trade-offs include a tiny sensor, short battery life and lack of stabilization. Best suited for casual travelers and first-time photographers who value portability and low cost.
The Sony DSC-W830/B is an ultra-compact point-and-shoot with a 20.1 MP sensor, 8× optical zoom and Optical SteadyShot, praised for its pocketable size and long battery life. Its drawbacks include low-resolution 720p video, lack of Wi-Fi, and noisy low-light performance. Best suited for beginners and travelers who need a simple, lightweight camera for daylight snapshots.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
20.1 MPbest | 16 MP | |
8 xbest | 4 x | |
1.7 hours | 2.5 hoursbest | |
3.3 fbest | 3 f | |
| ↓ lower better | 122 g | 117 gbest |
25 mmbest | — | |
64 xbest | — | |
30 fpsbest | 30 fpsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Image(2) | ||
Megapixels (MP) | 20.1 MP | 16 MP |
ISO Range | 3200 | 100-3200 |
Lens(3) | ||
Optical Zoom (x) | 8 x | 4 x |
Maximum Aperture (f‑stop) (f) | 3.3 f | 3.0 f |
Focal Length (35 mm equivalent) (mm) | 25 mm | 27-108 mm |
Video(1) | ||
Video Resolution | 720p HD | 1080p |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 122 g | 117 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 93.1 x 52.3 x 22.5 mm mm | 3.66x1.13x2.37 mm |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 1.7 hours | 2.5 hours |
Battery Type | Lithium‑Ion | AA |
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Professional reviewers view the DSC-W830 as a solid entry-level ultracompact that delivers respectable still-image quality and a useful 8× zoom with Optical SteadyShot, but they criticize its small sensor, lack of RAW support, limited 720p video, and outdated connectivity options.
Casual users praise the camera's pocketable size, long battery life, and straightforward operation, while repeatedly noting frustration with noisy low-light photos, low-resolution video, and the absence of Wi-Fi or GPS for easy sharing.
Professional reviewers position the FZ45 as an ideal entry-level camera, emphasizing its user-friendly interface, compact build and basic Full HD video. While they commend its wide-angle lens and AA-battery convenience, they also caution that the tiny sensor, lack of viewfinder and limited battery endurance keep it from competing with higher-end compact models.
Casual users consistently praise the camera's simplicity, lightweight travel-friendliness and low cost, noting that it works well for everyday snapshots and family moments. Recurring criticisms focus on the need to buy an SD card separately, the brief battery life, and the absence of a viewfinder for precise composition.
