Sony HX350 vs Sony WX5

Here, we will be comparing the Sony HX350 vs Sony WX5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the HX350 (20MP) and WX5 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX350 was brought out 6 years after the WX5 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the HX350 matches up against the WX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony HX350 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony HX350 enjoys outer measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs) and the Sony WX5 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the HX350 vs the WX5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the HX350 and WX5 is 62 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the HX350 and WX5.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX350 to produce greater detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent HX350 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.