Sony HX50V vs Sony W510

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Sony HX50V and Sony W510, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are designed by Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the HX50V (20MP) and W510 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX50V was revealed 2 years after the W510 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the HX50V grades vs the W510 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The full galleries are available at Sony HX50V Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Sony HX50V has got physical dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony W510 has sizing of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Sony HX50V and Sony W510 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the HX50V versus the W510.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the HX50V and W510 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the HX50V and W510.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX50V to give you extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger HX50V will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.