Nikon S3500 vs Sony HX20V

Here, we are contrasting the Nikon S3500 vs Sony HX20V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S3500 (20MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was announced 8 months later than the HX20V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S3500 grades against the HX20V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S3500 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S3500 features exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S3500 vs Sony HX20V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S3500 versus the HX20V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S3500 and HX20V is 95 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3500 and HX20V.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S3500 to give more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher S3500 will have an edge in sensor innovation.