Nikon Z50 vs Sony HX300

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Nikon Z50 and Sony HX300, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the Z50 (21MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the Z50 (APS-C) and HX300 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The Z50 was introduced 6 years later than the HX300 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the Z50 grades versus the HX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z50 features outside dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Sony HX300 has measurements of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon Z50 and Sony HX300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Z50 compared to the HX300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z50 and HX300 is 74 and 63 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The visual here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z50 and HX300.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z50 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon Z50 will give more detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern Z50 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.