Sony A550 vs Sony H200

Here, we will be reviewing the Sony A550 and Sony H200, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the A550 (14MP) and H200 (20MP) and the A550 (APS-C) and H200 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The A550 was brought out 4 years before the H200 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the A550 matches up vs the H200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A550 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony A550 Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony A550 has outer measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs) and the Sony H200 has dimensions of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A550 and Sony H200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the A550 vs the H200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A550 and H200 is 63 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The pic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A550 and H200.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The A550 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony H200 will give you more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged A550 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.