Sony HX30V vs Sony WX500

Following is a extensive overview of the Sony HX30V vs Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both created by Sony. The resolution of the HX30V (18MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX30V was introduced 4 years before the WX500 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the HX30V matches up vs the WX500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX30V Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony HX30V comes with outside dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Sony WX500 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check the Sony HX30V vs Sony WX500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the HX30V and the WX500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX30V and WX500 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX30V and WX500.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of files but you should really consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged HX30V is going to be behind in sensor tech.