Sony W230 vs Sony WX80

Lets look closer at the Sony W230 versus Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are offered by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the W230 (12MP) and WX80 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The W230 was released 4 years before the WX80 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the W230 matches up versus the WX80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The complete galleries are provided at Sony W230 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Sony W230 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check out the Sony W230 versus Sony WX80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the W230 vs the WX80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W230 and WX80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The pic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the W230 and WX80.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony WX80 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged W230 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.