Sony H200 vs Sony HX80

Here, we are evaluating the Sony H200 vs Sony HX80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are built by Sony. The sensor resolution of the H200 (20MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The H200 was manufactured 4 years before the HX80 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the H200 scores against the HX80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony H200 Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Sony H200 enjoys 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) while the Sony HX80 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the H200 against the HX80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the H200 and HX80 is 67 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the H200 and HX80.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony H200 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged H200 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.