Sony QX30 vs Sony W370

Lets look a bit more closely at the Sony QX30 versus Sony W370, former is a Lens-style while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the QX30 (20MP) and W370 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The QX30 was brought out 4 years after the W370 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the QX30 scores versus the W370 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony QX30 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Sony QX30 provides exterior dimensions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony W370 has specifications of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the QX30 and the W370.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the QX30 and W370 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The picture underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the QX30 and W370.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony QX30 to offer you more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer QX30 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.