Sony W380 vs Sony A33

Following is a complete assessment of the Sony W380 versus Sony A33, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the W380 (14MP) and the A33 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the W380 (1/2.3") and A33 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The W380 was brought out 7 months earlier than the A33 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the W380 matches up vs the A33 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 and Sony SLT-A33. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony W380 Gallery and Sony A33 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony W380 has external dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony A33 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Sony W380 versus Sony A33 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the W380 against the A33.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the W380 and A33 is 96 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The image here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the W380 and A33.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The W380 has the tinier sensor which should make achieving bokeh more difficult. The more aged W380 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.