Sony H20 vs Sony W690

Here, we are evaluating the Sony H20 and Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both sold by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the H20 (10MP) and W690 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The H20 was released 3 years prior to the W690 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the H20 grades vs the W690 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony H20 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Sony H20 features outer measurements of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony W690 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

See the Sony H20 and Sony W690 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the H20 vs the W690.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the H20 and W690 is 87 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the H20 and W690.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony W690 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged H20 is going to be behind in sensor tech.