Sony W650 vs Sony W730

In this write-up, we are matching up the Sony W650 vs Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both built by Sony. The resolution of the W650 (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The W650 was released 12 months earlier than the W730 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the W650 matches up against the W730 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The complete galleries are available at Sony W650 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Sony W650 provides physical dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Sony W650 vs Sony W730 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the W650 compared to the W730.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the W650 and W730 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The visual below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the W650 and W730.

Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older W650 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.