Sony HX30V vs Sony W290

Here, we will be reviewing the Sony HX30V and Sony W290, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the HX30V (18MP) and W290 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HX30V was announced 3 years later than the W290 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the HX30V matches up against the W290 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are available at Sony HX30V Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony HX30V enjoys physical measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Sony W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Sony HX30V and Sony W290 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the HX30V against the W290.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX30V and W290 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX30V and W290.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX30V to resolve extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger HX30V should have a benefit in sensor tech.