Sony WX150 vs Sony A35

Below is a complete review of the Sony WX150 and Sony A35, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are built by Sony. The resolution of the WX150 (18MP) and the A35 (16MP) is very close but the WX150 (1/2.3") and A35 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The WX150 was launched 6 months later than the A35 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sony WX150 being a Compact camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the WX150 grades vs the A35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 and Sony SLT-A35. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony WX150 Gallery and Sony A35 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony WX150 features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony A35 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

Look at the Sony WX150 and Sony A35 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the WX150 and the A35.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WX150 and A35 is 95 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through specs. The visual here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WX150 and A35.

All in all, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The WX150 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony WX150 will render more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively.