Nikon B700 vs Sony H200

Here is a complete analysis of the Nikon B700 versus Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the B700 (20MP) and the H200 (20MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The B700 was unveiled 3 years later than the H200 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the B700 grades vs the H200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix B700 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon B700 Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon B700 comes with exterior dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Sony H200 has proportions of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the B700 compared to the H200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the B700 and H200 is 65 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the B700 and H200.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files although you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher B700 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.