Sony HX300 vs Sony W830

Below, we will be matching up the Sony HX300 vs Sony W830, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the HX300 (20MP) and the W830 (20MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX300 was launched 10 months prior to the W830 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the HX300 matches up versus the W830 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony HX300 Gallery & Sony W830 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony HX300 features external dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Sony W830 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the HX300 against the W830.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX300 and W830 is 63 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the HX300 and W830.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of images though you would want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged HX300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.