Sony H200 vs Sony HX10V

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Sony H200 and Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are built by Sony. The resolution of the H200 (20MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The H200 was manufactured 11 months after the HX10V and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the H200 scores versus the HX10V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The entire galleries are available at Sony H200 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony H200 enjoys exterior dimensions of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) whilst the Sony HX10V has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Sony H200 and Sony HX10V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the H200 versus the HX10V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the H200 and HX10V is 67 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the H200 and HX10V.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony H200 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger H200 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.