Sony W830 vs Sony WX150

On this page, we will be matching up the Sony W830 vs Sony WX150, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by Sony. The resolution of the W830 (20MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The W830 was launched 23 months after the WX150 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX150 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the W830 scores against the WX150 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony W830 Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony W830 comes with physical dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony WX150 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check the Sony W830 vs Sony WX150 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the W830 vs the WX150.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the W830 and WX150 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the W830 and WX150.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony W830 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent W830 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.