Canon A2300 vs Sony WX50

Here is a extended review of the Canon A2300 versus Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A2300 was launched at a similar time to the WX50 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the A2300 grades vs the WX50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A2300 Gallery & Sony WX50 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon A2300 features outside dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony WX50 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Canon A2300 versus Sony WX50 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the A2300 vs the WX50.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the A2300 and WX50 is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The visual here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2300 and WX50.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.