Sony WX350 vs Sony WX5

Below is a in depth assessment of the Sony WX350 versus Sony WX5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the WX350 (18MP) and WX5 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WX350 was launched 3 years later than the WX5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the WX350 matches up against the WX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony WX350 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony WX350 provides external dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Sony WX5 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the WX350 and the WX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WX350 and WX5 is 94 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WX350 and WX5.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony WX350 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher WX350 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.