Sony HX100V vs Sony W330

Lets look a bit more closely at the Sony HX100V vs Sony W330, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX100V (16MP) and the W330 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HX100V was revealed 22 months later than the W330 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the HX100V matches up versus the W330 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The full galleries are viewable at Sony HX100V Gallery & Sony W330 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony HX100V features external dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs) and the Sony W330 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX100V vs Sony W330 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the HX100V compared to the W330.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX100V and W330 is 66 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX100V and W330.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony HX100V to offer more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern HX100V should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.