Sony HX10V vs Sony W330

Below is a complete review of the Sony HX10V vs Sony W330, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by Sony. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the HX10V (18MP) and W330 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX10V was introduced 2 years later than the W330 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the HX10V scores versus the W330 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX10V Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Sony HX10V enjoys physical dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony W330 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Sony HX10V vs Sony W330 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the HX10V vs the W330.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the HX10V and W330 is 91 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX10V and W330.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony HX10V to produce greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The newer HX10V should have an edge in sensor innovation.