Sony HX30V vs Sony WX350

Here, we are contrasting the Sony HX30V vs Sony WX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are built by Sony. The image resolution of the HX30V (18MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX30V was revealed 23 months prior to the WX350 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the HX30V scores versus the WX350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The full galleries are available at Sony HX30V Gallery and Sony WX350 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX30V offers outer dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Sony WX350 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX30V vs Sony WX350 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the HX30V vs the WX350.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the HX30V and WX350 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The graphic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the HX30V and WX350.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images although you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The older HX30V is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.