Sony WX300 vs Sony A58

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Sony WX300 and Sony A58, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the WX300 (18MP) and the A58 (20MP) is pretty similar but the WX300 (1/2.3") and A58 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The WX300 was revealed 9 months prior to the A58 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the WX300 matches up against the A58 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 and Sony SLT-A58. The full galleries are provided at Sony WX300 Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Sony WX300 has got outer measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony A58 has sizing of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the WX300 versus the A58.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WX300 and A58 is 94 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WX300 and A58.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WX300 having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Sony A58 will offer you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged WX300 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.