Sony HX300 vs Sony W330

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Sony HX300 and Sony W330, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the HX300 (20MP) and W330 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX300 was released 3 years later than the W330 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the HX300 scores versus the W330 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony HX300 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony HX300 offers physical dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Sony W330 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Sony HX300 and Sony W330 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the HX300 against the W330.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX300 and W330 is 63 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX300 and W330.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX300 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern HX300 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.