Nikon P900 vs Sony HX20V

Here is a extensive comparison of the Nikon P900 and Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the P900 (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P900 was announced 2 years later than the HX20V and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P900 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the P900 grades against the HX20V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P900 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P900 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon P900 has exterior measurements of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") and a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs) and the Sony HX20V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the P900 and the HX20V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the P900 and HX20V is 52 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P900 and HX20V.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony HX20V to render greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern P900 should have an advantage in sensor technology.