Sony A350 vs Sony W730

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Sony A350 vs Sony W730, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Sony. The image resolution of the A350 (14MP) and the W730 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the A350 (APS-C) and W730 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The A350 was revealed 5 years before the W730 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony W730 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the A350 matches up against the W730 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The full galleries are available at Sony A350 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Sony A350 comes with physical dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Sony W730 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Sony A350 vs Sony W730 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the A350 vs the W730.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A350 and W730 is 62 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A350 and W730.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A350 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony W730 will give you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged A350 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.