Sony A500 vs Sony HX350

Following is a extended analysis of the Sony A500 versus Sony HX350, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the A500 (12MP) and HX350 (20MP) and the A500 (APS-C) and HX350 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The A500 was released 8 years before the HX350 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A500 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the A500 scores against the HX350 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The complete galleries are available at Sony A500 Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Sony A500 provides external dimensions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 630 grams (1.39 lbs) and the Sony HX350 has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A500 versus Sony HX350 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the A500 compared to the HX350.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A500 and HX350 is 63 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The picture here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A500 and HX350.

All in all, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A500 due to its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Sony HX350 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged A500 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.