LCD and Viewfinder
Sony WX30 has a Fixed Type 3″ LCD screen with a resolution of 922k dots. Both the screen size and the screen resolution is up to the standards of this class.
LCD is
Touch screen type, so you can change the settings and set the focus point with your fingertips.
WX30 doesn't have a viewfinder and no option for external viewfinder. Lack of a viewfinder can be problematic especially under strong light where visibility of LCD screens goes down dramatically. If you need a Compact camera with a built-in viewfinder in a similar price range, consider Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 (Lumix DC-TZ90) (Compare) or Nikon Coolpix P7000 (Compare). If the price is not an issue, take a look at our Top Rated Cameras with Viewfinders.
Max Shutter speed
Sony WX30 can shoot continuously at max speed of 10 fps and has max shutter speed of 1/1600 sec.
Flash
Unfortunately WX30 doesn't have an external flash shoe so you are limited with the built-in flash.
Focusing
Sony WX30 features a Contrast Detection autofocusing system. The AF system has 9 points to choose from.
Video Features
With Sony WX30, you can record your videos at a highest resolution of 1920 x 1080 at 60 fps and save in MPEG-4 and AVCHD formats. Full HD resolution of Sony WX30 will be adequate in most of the situations. But if you are after the highest resolution videos available, see our list of Top Cameras with 4K (Ultra-HD) Video.
WX30 has a built-in Stereo microphone but no speaker.
Sony WX30 doesn't have any connections for external microphones and headphones. If you need a Compact camera with external microphone connectivity, consider Nikon Coolpix P7000 or Olympus Stylus SH-1 in a similar price range.
Connectivity and Storage
You can connect WX30 to compatible devices via its HDMI port or USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) port.
Battery Sony WX30 is powered by battery which provides a shooting life of 250 according to CIPA standards.
Considering that the average battery life of Compact type cameras is 255 shots, its battery life is about average in its class but it would still be wise to invest in some spare batteries for long photo trips.
Battery Life Comparison in Small Sensor Compact Cameras
Fujifilm X30 with its 470shots is the model with longest battery life among Small Sensor Compact cameras. Check the comparison of Sony WX30 vs Fujifilm X30 or take a look at Longest Battery Life Compact cameras list.
Sony WX30 Features Compared to Main Competitors