13.5mm drivers deliver deep bass and dynamic audio reproduction without the bulk of standard headphones, so you’ll almost forget you’re wearing them.
8GB storage capacity
The NWZ-W273 is compact in size but can store hours of music thanks to the internal 8GB memory2.
Wire-free & Waterproof
The W Series Sports Walkman’s unique design is lightweight, streamlined, and ideal for sports and active lifestyles. It allows you to be wire-free and without distraction whether you’re working out at the gym, playing outdoors or even swimming. Waterproof down to 2 meters.
Drag, drop and go
With a Walkman® player, you are never tied to just one music service. Just drag and drop MP3s from iTunes®, Windows® Media Player or Internet Explorer® and enjoy. Multi-format playback also lets you play WMA, AAC or L-PCM music files. 8GB capacity powers extended workouts.
Playlist compatible
Create your favourite playlists in iTunes® or Windows Media Player and drag them to the NWZ-W273 player. Use shuffle mode and mix it up to help keep your workouts fresh.
Easy listening
The replaceable earbuds plus adjustment strap enable a personalized fit. And the new NWZ-W274S has special swimming earbuds with higher water resistance for more comfortable listening under water.
Note: the swimming earbuds prevent water penetration inside the headphones; due to their special design, the sound may be softer—simply adjust volume as needed.
Quick charge, 8-hour battery
Running out the door? Charge the W Series Sports Walkman for just 3 minutes and get a full 60 minutes of use. With an impressive total battery life of up to 8 hours on a full charge and ready to go.
Playlist at your fingertips
Change songs without breaking your concentration. Searching through your music is simple with the multi-function playback buttons. A quick tap changes songs and a tap and hold changes folders while in all-play mode. In playlist mode a quick tap changes songs and a tap and hold changes the playlist.
Music to match your pace
Find the perfect music for the moment using the ZAPPIN® search feature, allowing you to easily navigate through your song collection by playing back signature parts of the songs.
Waterproof to 2M
The NWZ-W273 series is waterproof down to 2 meters. That means it doesn’t just survive a few water splashes--you can swim with it. Perfect for laps in the pool and much more. Not for use in salt water.
NWZ-W273S
Waterproof Walkman
4GB of capacity for around 1000-2000 songs
Waterproof design for worry-free use
3-minute Quick Charge
Up to 8 hours of battery life
ZAPPIN® for eyes-free music browsing
Memory Size
4GB
Battery Life - Continuous Playback Music
8 hours
Weight
29 g
Quick Start Guide, USB cable, Standard-type earbuds (S, M, L, LL sizes), Swimming earbuds (S, M, L, LL sizes), Adjustment band
Size & Weight
Weight29 g
Power
Battery Life - Continuous Playback Music8 hoursCharging Time (full charge)1.5 hours
Charging Time (Quick Charge)3 minutes (60 minutes of use)
Storage Media
Memory Size4GB
Connectivity
USB ConnectionYES
Input and Output TerminalsHi-Speed USB (USB 2.0)
Playback & display
Music Play ModeRepeat;Shuffle&RepeatDrag and DropYESMP3YESWMA (Non-DRM)YESWMA (DRM)YES