Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Sony WX350 and Sony WX500 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony WX350 has external dimensions of 96 x 55 x 26 mm (3.78 x 2.16 x 1.01″) and weighs 164 g (0.30 lb / 4.83 oz) (including batteries). Sony WX500 has external dimensions of 102 x 58 x 36 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.42″) and weighs 236 g (0.52 lb / 8.32 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Sony WX350 and Sony WX500. Sony WX350 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 6mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 10mm thinner than Sony WX500.
Comparison image of Sony WX350 and Sony WX500 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Sony WX350 and Sony WX500.
Comparison image of Sony WX350 and Sony WX500 Size and Weight - Back View
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony WX350 is significantly lighter (72g ) than the Sony WX500 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony WX350 and Sony WX500's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
On the other hand, Sony WX500 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over the head levels whereas the Sony WX350 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to WX500.