Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony HX20V

In this article, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony HX20V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and HX20V (18MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z450 was launched 3 years before the HX20V which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-Z450 grades versus the HX20V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z450 comes with outside measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony HX20V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony HX20V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z450 and the HX20V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and HX20V is 96 and 90 respectively.

Often, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The image here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and HX20V.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony HX20V to render greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z450 will be behind in sensor tech.