Sony A3000 vs Sony H200
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Sony A3000 vs Sony H200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Released August 2013
- Successor is Sony a3500
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-633mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 530g - 123 x 83 x 87mm
- Introduced January 2013

Sony A3000 vs Sony H200 Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Sony A3000 versus Sony H200, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the A3000 (20MP) and the H200 (20MP) is very well matched but the A3000 (APS-C) and H200 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

The A3000 was introduced 8 months after the H200 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the A3000 matches up vs the H200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Sony A3000 vs Sony H200 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha A3000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The whole galleries are available at Sony A3000 Gallery & Sony H200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A3000 over the Sony H200
A3000 | H200 | |||
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Introduced | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 8 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony H200 over the Sony A3000
H200 | A3000 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Sony A3000 and Sony H200
A3000 | H200 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Sony A3000 vs Sony H200 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Sony A3000 provides outside dimensions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Sony H200 has specifications of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).
See the Sony A3000 versus Sony H200 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the A3000 and the H200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A3000 and H200 is 69 and 67 respectively.

Sony A3000 vs Sony H200 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3000 and H200.
Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact MP but different sensor sizes. The A3000 includes the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field easier. The fresher A3000 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Sony A3000 vs Sony H200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Sony A3000 vs Sony H200 Specifications
Sony Alpha A3000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha A3000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-08-27 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | BIONZ image | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5456 x 3632 | 5184 x 2920 |
Maximum native ISO | 16000 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-633mm (26.4x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 20cm |
Total lenses | 121 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | ClearPhoto LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.47x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD, H.264, MP4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 411 gr (0.91 lbs) | 530 gr (1.17 lbs) |
Dimensions | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") | 123 x 83 x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1068 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 images | 240 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NP-FW50 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $398 | $250 |