Sony W650 vs Sony WX50

Here, we are analyzing the Sony W650 versus Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the W650 (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The W650 was released at a similar time to the WX50 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the W650 matches up vs the WX50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony W650 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony W650 has outer dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony WX50 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the W650 compared to the WX50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W650 and WX50 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the W650 and WX50.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of images though you really should consider the release date of the cameras into account.