Sony H200 vs Sony HX1

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Sony H200 versus Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the H200 (20MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the H200 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The H200 was brought out 3 years later than the HX1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the H200 grades vs the HX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony H200 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony H200 has external measurements of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) while the Sony HX1 has dimensions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Look at the Sony H200 versus Sony HX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the H200 vs the HX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the H200 and HX1 is 67 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The visual here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the H200 and HX1.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The H200 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony H200 will offer you extra detail having its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent H200 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.