Sony W730 vs Sony WX300

Here, we are contrasting the Sony W730 versus Sony WX300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Sony. The image resolution of the W730 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The W730 was introduced at a similar time to the WX300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the W730 matches up against the WX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The whole galleries are provided at Sony W730 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Sony W730 enjoys external dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony WX300 has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Sony W730 versus Sony WX300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the W730 compared to the WX300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the W730 and WX300 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The photograph below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the W730 and WX300.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony WX300 to offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively.