Sony W650 vs Sony WX30

On this page, we are matching up the Sony W650 and Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the W650 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The W650 was introduced 6 months later than the WX30 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the W650 grades versus the WX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony W650 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony W650 offers outer 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) and the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the W650 against the WX30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the W650 and WX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The visual here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the W650 and WX30.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you will want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.