Sony RX10 III vs Sony WX350

Here is a extended review of the Sony RX10 III vs Sony WX350, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Sony. The image resolution of the RX10 III (20MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is very well matched but the RX10 III (1") and WX350 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The RX10 III was brought out 2 years later than the WX350 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the RX10 III scores vs the WX350 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony RX10 III Gallery and Sony WX350 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Sony RX10 III enjoys external dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs) whilst the Sony WX350 has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony RX10 III vs Sony WX350 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the RX10 III against the WX350.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RX10 III and WX350 is 53 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The photograph underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX10 III and WX350.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The RX10 III featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony RX10 III will give you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The younger RX10 III will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.