Sony H20 vs Sony QX10

Below, we will be looking at the Sony H20 and Sony QX10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Lens-style and both are sold by Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the H20 (10MP) and QX10 (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The H20 was launched 5 years earlier than the QX10 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony H20 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the H20 grades against the QX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The complete galleries are available at Sony H20 Gallery & Sony QX10 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony H20 has outside dimensions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony QX10 has proportions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony H20 and Sony QX10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the H20 against the QX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the H20 and QX10 is 87 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching specs. The image below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the H20 and QX10.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony QX10 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged H20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.