Canon 650D vs Sony W830

Here is a extensive review of the Canon 650D vs Sony W830, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 650D (18MP) and the W830 (20MP) is pretty similar but the 650D (APS-C) and W830 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The 650D was revealed 16 months before the W830 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon 650D being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 650D matches up against the W830 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 650D and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 650D Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon 650D offers outside dimensions of 133mm x 100mm x 79mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 575 grams (1.27 lbs) while the Sony W830 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 650D vs Sony W830 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the 650D compared to the W830.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 650D and W830 is 65 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 650D and W830.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 650D with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony W830 will offer more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older 650D is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.