Nikon B500 vs Sony HX20V

Let's examine more closely at the Nikon B500 and Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The B500 was released 3 years after the HX20V which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the B500 scores vs the HX20V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon B500 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon B500 offers exterior measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Sony HX20V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Nikon B500 and Sony HX20V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the B500 and the HX20V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B500 and HX20V is 68 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the B500 and HX20V.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony HX20V to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent B500 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.