Sony QX30 vs Sony W810

Following is a detailed comparison of the Sony QX30 and Sony W810, former is a Lens-style while the other is a Ultracompact and both are offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the QX30 (20MP) and the W810 (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The QX30 was revealed 8 months after the W810 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the QX30 scores versus the W810 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The full galleries are provided at Sony QX30 Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Sony QX30 enjoys 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) while the Sony W810 has sizing of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Sony QX30 and Sony W810 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the QX30 versus the W810.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the QX30 and W810 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the QX30 and W810.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images although you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The younger QX30 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.