Sony A330 vs Sony HX5

Here is a in depth assessment of the Sony A330 versus Sony HX5, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Sony. The resolution of the A330 (10MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is relatively close but the A330 (APS-C) and HX5 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The A330 was announced 13 months earlier than the HX5 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony HX5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the A330 scores versus the HX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A330 Gallery & Sony HX5 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony A330 comes with exterior measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs) and the Sony HX5 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the A330 versus the HX5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A330 and HX5 is 67 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The visual below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A330 and HX5.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The A330 offers the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult. The older A330 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.