Sony HX300 vs Sony W800

Let's take a closer look at the Sony HX300 vs Sony W800, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Sony. The resolution of the HX300 (20MP) and the W800 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX300 was announced 11 months prior to the W800 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W800 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the HX300 scores vs the W800 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX300 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX300 enjoys outer dimensions 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 W800 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX300 vs Sony W800 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the HX300 and the W800.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX300 and W800 is 63 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The image below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX300 and W800.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of images but you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged HX300 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.