Sony G3 vs Sony HX50V

Here, we will be reviewing the Sony G3 and Sony HX50V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the G3 (10MP) and HX50V (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The G3 was brought out 5 years before the HX50V and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the G3 matches up vs the HX50V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony G3 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony G3 features exterior measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Sony G3 and Sony HX50V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the G3 versus the HX50V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and HX50V is 94 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 and HX50V.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX50V to offer greater detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older G3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.