Sony HX99 vs Sony WX30

Following is a complete comparison of the Sony HX99 vs Sony WX30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Sony. The image resolution of the HX99 (18MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is relatively similar but the HX99 (1/2.3-inch) and WX30 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

The HX99 was brought out 7 years after the WX30 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the HX99 grades against the WX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony HX99 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony HX99 comes with physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Sony WX30 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Sony HX99 vs Sony WX30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the HX99 versus the WX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the HX99 and WX30 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX99 and WX30.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The HX99 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony HX99 will offer more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer HX99 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.