Sony S950 vs Sony WX30

Below, we are reviewing the Sony S950 and Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are manufactured by Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the S950 (10MP) and WX30 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S950 was manufactured 3 years prior to the WX30 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S950 grades vs the WX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are provided at Sony S950 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Sony S950 provides external measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony WX30 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony S950 and Sony WX30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the S950 compared to the WX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S950 and WX30 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The visual below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S950 and WX30.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony WX30 to show more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The older S950 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.