Sony G3 vs Sony H20
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Sony G3 vs Sony H20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
(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
- Announced May 2009
Sony G3 vs Sony H20 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Sony G3 and Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the G3 (10MP) and the H20 (10MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe G3 was brought out 4 months before the H20 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the G3 scores against the H20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony G3 vs Sony H20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony G3 Gallery & Sony H20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Sony H20
G3 | H20 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Sony G3
H20 | G3 |
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Common features in the Sony G3 and Sony H20
G3 | H20 | |||
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Announced | January 2009 | May 2009 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Sony G3 vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony G3 features exterior measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony H20 has measurements of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check out the Sony G3 and Sony H20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the G3 compared to the H20.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G3 and H20 is 94 and 87 respectively.
Sony G3 vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 and H20.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos however you should really take the age of the products into consideration.
Sony G3 vs Sony H20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony G3 vs Sony H20 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-10.0 | f/3.5-4.4 |
Macro focusing range | - | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) | 7.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 lbs) | 250g (0.55 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $200 | $249 |