Sony HX5 vs Sony W690

Here, we are looking at the Sony HX5 vs Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are created by Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the HX5 (10MP) and W690 (16MP) and the HX5 (1/2.4") and W690 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The HX5 was launched 20 months prior to the W690 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the HX5 scores against the W690 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are provided at Sony HX5 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony HX5 enjoys outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony W690 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Sony HX5 vs Sony W690 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the HX5 compared to the W690.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX5 and W690 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX5 and W690.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The HX5 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony W690 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged HX5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.