Sony W230 vs Sony WX5

The following is a in depth comparison of the Sony W230 vs Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the W230 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The W230 was unveiled 16 months before the WX5 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the W230 matches up against the WX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The full galleries are available at Sony W230 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony W230 has outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony WX5 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the W230 compared to the WX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the W230 and WX5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the W230 and WX5.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you should always factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged W230 will be behind in sensor innovation.