Sony W330 vs Sony W560

On this page, we will be evaluating the Sony W330 and Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are created by Sony. The image resolution of the W330 (14MP) and the W560 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The W330 was revealed 12 months earlier than the W560 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the W330 scores against the W560 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The full galleries are provided at Sony W330 Gallery & Sony W560 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony W330 offers external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony W560 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).

Examine the Sony W330 and Sony W560 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the W330 and the W560.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the W330 and W560 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the W330 and W560.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged W330 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.