Sony HX300 vs Sony W510

Here is a complete review of the Sony HX300 vs Sony W510, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both built by Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the HX300 (20MP) and W510 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX300 was introduced 2 years later than the W510 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the HX300 scores vs the W510 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The whole galleries are available at Sony HX300 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony HX300 has got exterior measurements of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Sony W510 has measurements of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Sony HX300 vs Sony W510 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the HX300 vs the W510.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the HX300 and W510 is 63 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX300 and W510.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX300 to produce extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The newer HX300 should have an edge in sensor innovation.