Sony H20 vs Sony W230

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Sony H20 and Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the H20 (10MP) and the W230 (12MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The H20 was revealed 3 months after the W230 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the H20 scores vs the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are provided at Sony H20 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony H20 features external measurements of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Sony H20 and Sony W230 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the H20 against the W230.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the H20 and W230 is 87 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the H20 and W230.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony W230 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.