Sony W330 vs Sony W550

Let's examine more in depth at the Sony W330 versus Sony W550, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the W330 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The W330 was manufactured 18 months prior to the W550 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the W330 grades against the W550 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony W330 Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony W330 features outside dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony W550 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check the Sony W330 versus Sony W550 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the W330 vs the W550.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the W330 and W550 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The image here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the W330 and W550.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos however you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged W330 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.