FujiFilm T200 vs Sony HX20V

Its time to look more closely at the FujiFilm T200 and Sony HX20V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the T200 (14MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The T200 was launched 18 months before the HX20V which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the T200 scores vs the HX20V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix T200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm T200 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm T200 enjoys external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony HX20V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm T200 and Sony HX20V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the T200 against the HX20V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the T200 and HX20V is 94 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the T200 and HX20V.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX20V to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older T200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.