Sony W530 vs Sony W620

Let's take a deeper look at the Sony W530 versus Sony W620, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Sony. The sensor resolution of the W530 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The W530 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the W620 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W620 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the W530 matches up against the W620 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The full galleries are provided at Sony W530 Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony W530 enjoys outer measurements of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the W530 compared to the W620.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the W530 and W620 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the W530 and W620.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you would want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged W530 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.