Sony HX7V vs Sony W350

The following is a in-depth overview of the Sony HX7V versus Sony W350, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and both are designed by Sony. The image resolution of the HX7V (16MP) and the W350 (14MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX7V was launched 19 months after the W350 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the HX7V grades versus the W350 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony HX7V Gallery and Sony W350 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony HX7V enjoys outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony W350 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Sony HX7V versus Sony W350 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the HX7V and the W350.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the HX7V and W350 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX7V and W350.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX7V to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent HX7V is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.