Sony G3 vs Sony W320

In this article, we are comparing the Sony G3 and Sony W320, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the G3 (10MP) and W320 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The G3 was brought out 12 months before the W320 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony G3 being a Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the G3 scores versus the W320 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The entire galleries are available at Sony G3 Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony G3 offers outer dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony W320 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Sony G3 and Sony W320 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the G3 and the W320.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G3 and W320 is 94 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G3 and W320.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony W320 to show extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged G3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.