Sony W710 vs Sony WX350

The following is a complete comparison of the Sony W710 vs Sony WX350, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Sony. The resolution of the W710 (16MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The W710 was unveiled 13 months prior to the WX350 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the W710 grades versus the WX350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The full galleries are available at Sony W710 Gallery and Sony WX350 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony W710 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Sony WX350 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the W710 and the WX350.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the W710 and WX350 is 96 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The picture below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the W710 and WX350.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony WX350 to give you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged W710 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.