Sony H20 vs Sony TX7

Its time to look closer at the Sony H20 vs Sony TX7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are offered by Sony. The resolution of the H20 (10MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the H20 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") possess different sensor sizing.

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The H20 was introduced 7 months earlier than the TX7 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sony H20 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the H20 scores vs the TX7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The whole galleries are provided at Sony H20 Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony H20 features external dimensions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony TX7 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony H20 vs Sony TX7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the H20 compared to the TX7.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the H20 and TX7 is 87 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the H20 and TX7.

Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The H20 offers the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh less difficult. The older H20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.