Sony QX30 vs Sony W510

In this article, we will be reviewing the Sony QX30 versus Sony W510, one being a Lens-style and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the QX30 (20MP) and W510 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The QX30 was announced 3 years later than the W510 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the QX30 grades versus the W510 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The whole galleries are available at Sony QX30 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Sony QX30 comes with physical dimensions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony W510 has sizing of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Sony QX30 versus Sony W510 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the QX30 versus the W510.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the QX30 and W510 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The photograph here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the QX30 and W510.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony QX30 to show more detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent QX30 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.