Sony HX1 vs Sony W330

Following is a extensive assessment of the Sony HX1 versus Sony W330, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both created by Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the HX1 (9MP) and W330 (14MP) and the HX1 (1/2.4") and W330 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The HX1 was introduced 8 months before the W330 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the HX1 matches up against the W330 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX1 Gallery & Sony W330 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony HX1 enjoys exterior measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs) while the Sony W330 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the HX1 and the W330.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX1 and W330 is 67 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The image here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HX1 and W330.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The HX1 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Sony W330 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged HX1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.