Sony H200 vs Sony HX300
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Sony H200 vs Sony HX300 Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-633mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 530g - 123 x 83 x 87mm
- Launched January 2013
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- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 623g - 130 x 103 x 93mm
- Revealed February 2013
- Replaced the Sony HX200V
- Renewed by Sony HX400V
Sony H200 vs Sony HX300 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Sony H200 vs Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both produced by Sony. The image resolution of the H200 (20MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe H200 was unveiled at a similar time to the HX300 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the H200 scores versus the HX300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony H200 vs Sony HX300 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The full galleries are provided at Sony H200 Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony H200 over the Sony HX300
H200 | HX300 |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX300 over the Sony H200
HX300 | H200 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Sony H200 and Sony HX300
H200 | HX300 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | February 2013 | Similar age | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Sony H200 vs Sony HX300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony H200 enjoys exterior measurements of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) whilst the Sony HX300 has dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).
Examine the Sony H200 vs Sony HX300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the H200 versus the HX300.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the H200 and HX300 is 67 and 63 respectively.
Sony H200 vs Sony HX300 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the H200 and HX300.
Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you need to factor the age of the products into consideration.
Sony H200 vs Sony HX300 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony H200 vs Sony HX300 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-08 | 2013-02-20 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 5184 x 2920 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-633mm (26.4x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 20cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | ClearPhoto LCD display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 530g (1.17 pounds) | 623g (1.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 83 x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") | 130 x 103 x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 images | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $250 | $339 |