Nikon S570 vs Sony HX50V

The following is a complete review of the Nikon S570 vs Sony HX50V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the S570 (12MP) and HX50V (20MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S570 was brought out 4 years before the HX50V which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the S570 matches up versus the HX50V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S570 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S570 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S570 enjoys external measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the S570 vs the HX50V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S570 and HX50V is 95 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The image underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S570 and HX50V.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony HX50V to give extra detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged S570 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.