Sony W730 vs Sony WX30

Here, we are looking at the Sony W730 vs Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both created by Sony. The resolution of the W730 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The W730 was unveiled 18 months after the WX30 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the W730 matches up vs the WX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are available at Sony W730 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony W730 has physical 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) while the Sony WX30 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony W730 vs Sony WX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the W730 and the WX30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the W730 and WX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the W730 and WX30.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should really consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger W730 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.