Sony W290 vs Sony W830

On this page, we are evaluating the Sony W290 versus Sony W830, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both manufactured by Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the W290 (12MP) and W830 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The W290 was brought out 5 years earlier than the W830 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony W290 being a Compact camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the W290 scores against the W830 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony W290 Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony W290 offers external measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony W830 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Sony W290 versus Sony W830 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the W290 versus the W830.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the W290 and W830 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the W290 and W830.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W830 to offer you greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The older W290 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.