Sony W330 vs Sony W830

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Sony W330 versus Sony W830, both Ultracompact cameras and both are produced by Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the W330 (14MP) and W830 (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The W330 was announced 5 years prior to the W830 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the W330 grades versus the W830 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony W330 Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony W330 provides 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) and the Sony W830 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony W330 versus Sony W830 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the W330 versus the W830.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the W330 and W830 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The picture underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the W330 and W830.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W830 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged W330 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.