Sony H20 vs Sony HX9V

Below is a thorough comparison of the Sony H20 versus Sony HX9V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the H20 (10MP) and HX9V (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The H20 was unveiled 3 years before the HX9V and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the H20 scores versus the HX9V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The full galleries are provided at Sony H20 Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony H20 has got external measurements of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the H20 compared to the HX9V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the H20 and HX9V is 87 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the H20 and HX9V.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony HX9V to give extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The older H20 is going to be behind in sensor tech.