Sony W330 vs Sony W380

Below is a extensive overview of the Sony W330 vs Sony W380, both Ultracompact cameras and both are offered by Sony. The resolution of the W330 (14MP) and the W380 (14MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The W330 was launched very close to the W380 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the W330 scores against the W380 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The complete galleries are available at Sony W330 Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Sony W330 provides outside dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony W380 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Sony W330 vs Sony W380 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the W330 and the W380.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the W330 and W380 is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the W330 and W380.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should take the production date of the cameras into account.