Sony HX350 vs Sony W800

Below, we will be reviewing the Sony HX350 vs Sony W800, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the HX350 (20MP) and the W800 (20MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HX350 was manufactured 2 years after the W800 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W800 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the HX350 matches up versus the W800 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony HX350 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony HX350 has got outer dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs) and the Sony W800 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check out the Sony HX350 vs Sony W800 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the HX350 vs the W800.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HX350 and W800 is 62 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the HX350 and W800.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern HX350 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.