Sony A330 vs Sony H20
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Sony A330 vs Sony H20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 529g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Previous Model is Sony A300
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Revealed May 2009
Sony A330 vs Sony H20 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Sony A330 and Sony H20, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A330 (10MP) and the H20 (10MP) is very well matched but the A330 (APS-C) and H20 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A330 was unveiled at a similar time to the H20 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony H20 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the A330 matches up against the H20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony A330 vs Sony H20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A330 Gallery & Sony H20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Sony H20
A330 | H20 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Sony A330
H20 | A330 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Sony A330 and Sony H20
A330 | H20 | |||
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Revealed | May 2009 | May 2009 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Sony A330 vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Sony A330 comes with outside measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs) and the Sony H20 has specifications of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Look at the Sony A330 and Sony H20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the A330 compared to the H20.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A330 and H20 is 67 and 87 respectively.
Sony A330 vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A330 and H20.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The A330 uses the larger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF less difficult.
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Sony A330 vs Sony H20 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-05-18 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-4.4 |
Macro focus distance | - | 2cm |
Total lenses | 143 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.49x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m | 7.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 529 grams (1.17 lbs) | 250 grams (0.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 64 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 535 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-FH50 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $545 | $249 |