Sony W230 vs Sony W370

On this page, we are comparing the Sony W230 and Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are offered by Sony. The image resolution of the W230 (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The W230 was manufactured 10 months prior to the W370 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the W230 grades vs the W370 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony W230 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony W230 offers external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony W370 has measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony W230 and Sony W370 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the W230 vs the W370.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the W230 and W370 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the W230 and W370.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony W370 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older W230 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.