Sony WX500 weighs
236 g (0.52 lb / 8.32 oz) and has external dimensions of
102 x 58 x 36 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.42″). Considering that the average weight of Compact type cameras is 188g, Sony WX500 is a significantly heavy camera for its class. With a thickness of 36mm, it is not small either, 7mm thicker than the average of its class.
Weight Comparison
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Thickness Comparison
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In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Sony WX500, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
Physical size of the Sony WX500 Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery
Now let's compare Sony WX500 size with the camera that it replaced: Sony WX350. 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 WX500 and Sony WX350 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Sony WX500 with its main competitors:
Sony WX500 Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Sony WX500 doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing page.