Sony A350 vs Sony WX50

Here, we will be looking at the Sony A350 versus Sony WX50, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A350 (14MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is pretty close but the A350 (APS-C) and WX50 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The A350 was revealed 4 years prior to the WX50 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony WX50 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the A350 matches up vs the WX50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A350 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony A350 features external dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony WX50 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Sony A350 versus Sony WX50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the A350 against the WX50.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A350 and WX50 is 62 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The visual here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A350 and WX50.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A350 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony WX50 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older A350 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.