Sony HX50V vs Sony WX350
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Sony HX50V vs Sony WX350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Released April 2013
- Old Model is Sony HX30V
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched February 2014
- Previous Model is Sony WX300
- Refreshed by Sony WX500
Sony HX50V vs Sony WX350 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Sony HX50V versus Sony WX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both built by Sony. The resolution of the HX50V (20MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe HX50V was introduced 9 months before the WX350 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the HX50V matches up versus the WX350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony HX50V vs Sony WX350 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX50V Gallery and Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Sony WX350
HX50V | WX350 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Sony HX50V
WX350 | HX50V | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | April 2013 | Newer by 9 months |
Common features in the Sony HX50V and Sony WX350
HX50V | WX350 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen size | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Sony HX50V vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony HX50V features exterior measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony WX350 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Sony HX50V versus Sony WX350 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the HX50V vs the WX350.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the HX50V and WX350 is 89 and 94 respectively.
Sony HX50V vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The image below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the HX50V and WX350.
To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX50V to provide more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged HX50V will be behind in sensor innovation.
Sony HX50V vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony HX50V vs Sony WX350 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-04-24 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 2920 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5 - 6.3 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | XtraFine LCD display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 272 gr (0.60 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photographs | 470 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BX1 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $439 | $270 |