Sony W370 vs Sony W380

Lets examine more closely at the Sony W370 and Sony W380, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the W370 (14MP) and the W380 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The W370 was manufactured at a similar time to the W380 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony W370 being a Compact camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the W370 grades against the W380 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The entire galleries are available at Sony W370 Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony W370 has outer measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony W380 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Sony W370 and Sony W380 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the W370 against the W380.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W370 and W380 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The graphic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the W370 and W380.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of files however you should factor the production date of the products into consideration.