Sony H200 vs Sony HX9V

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Sony H200 and Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are created by Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the H200 (20MP) and HX9V (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The H200 was revealed 18 months after the HX9V which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the H200 matches up vs the HX9V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The full galleries are available at Sony H200 Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony H200 comes with outer dimensions 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 HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Sony H200 and Sony HX9V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the H200 compared to the HX9V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the H200 and HX9V is 67 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the H200 and HX9V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony H200 to give you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer H200 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.