Sony H300 vs Sony W330

Following is a complete analysis of the Sony H300 and Sony W330, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both are created by Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the H300 (20MP) and W330 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The H300 was revealed 4 years after the W330 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the H300 grades against the W330 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The full galleries are viewable at Sony H300 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony H300 enjoys outer measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs) whilst the Sony W330 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Sony H300 and Sony W330 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the H300 against the W330.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the H300 and W330 is 63 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The image underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the H300 and W330.

To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony H300 to provide greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The fresher H300 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.