Sony G3 vs Sony HX200V

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Sony G3 vs Sony HX200V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the G3 (10MP) and HX200V (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The G3 was released 4 years earlier than the HX200V which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony G3 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the G3 matches up against the HX200V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The complete galleries are available at Sony G3 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony G3 has outside measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony HX200V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Analyze the Sony G3 vs Sony HX200V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the G3 compared to the HX200V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and HX200V is 94 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The image underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 and HX200V.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX200V to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged G3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.