Sony W690 vs Sony W730

Below is a thorough overview of the Sony W690 versus Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the W690 (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The W690 was announced 10 months before the W730 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the W690 matches up vs the W730 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The whole galleries are available at Sony W690 Gallery & Sony W730 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony W690 provides physical measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony W730 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the W690 versus the W730.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the W690 and W730 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the W690 and W730.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older W690 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.