Sony HX50V vs Sony W310

Here, we are analyzing the Sony HX50V versus Sony W310, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the HX50V (20MP) and W310 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX50V was introduced 3 years after the W310 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the HX50V scores against the W310 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The whole galleries are available at Sony HX50V Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Sony HX50V offers exterior dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony W310 has measurements of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX50V versus Sony W310 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the HX50V vs the W310.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX50V and W310 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the HX50V and W310.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX50V to show greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern HX50V will have an edge in sensor innovation.