Sony W330 vs Sony W510

In this article, we will be contrasting the Sony W330 versus Sony W510, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the W330 (14MP) and the W510 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The W330 was released 12 months earlier than the W510 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the W330 scores against the W510 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The complete galleries are available at Sony W330 Gallery & Sony W510 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Sony W330 features external measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony W510 has specifications of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the W330 vs the W510.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the W330 and W510 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the W330 and W510.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony W330 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older W330 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.