Sony H200 vs Sony HX30V

Lets look more in depth at the Sony H200 versus Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are sold by Sony. The image resolution of the H200 (20MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The H200 was launched 11 months after the HX30V so 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 HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the H200 grades against the HX30V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony H200 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Sony H200 has external measurements of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the H200 compared to the HX30V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the H200 and HX30V is 67 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the H200 and HX30V.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony H200 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger H200 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.