Sony A350 vs Sony W530

In this article, we will be comparing the Sony A350 versus Sony W530, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A350 (14MP) and the W530 (14MP) is relatively close but the A350 (APS-C) and W530 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The A350 was announced 3 years prior to the W530 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the A350 scores versus the W530 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The whole galleries are available at Sony A350 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony A350 has exterior measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Sony W530 has dimensions of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Sony A350 versus Sony W530 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the A350 against the W530.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A350 and W530 is 62 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The pic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A350 and W530.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The A350 contains the bigger sensor which will make achieving bokeh less difficult. The more aged A350 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.