Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony HX20V

Here is a extensive comparison of the Sony NEX-F3 versus Sony HX20V, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-F3 (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is fairly comparable but the NEX-F3 (APS-C) and HX20V (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The NEX-F3 was brought out at a similar time to the HX20V and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the NEX-F3 grades versus the HX20V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha NEX-F3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-F3 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony NEX-F3 provides exterior measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the NEX-F3 against the HX20V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NEX-F3 and HX20V is 86 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-F3 and HX20V.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NEX-F3 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony HX20V will produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively.