Sony H200 vs Sony WX30

Below is a in depth review of the Sony H200 versus Sony WX30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the H200 (20MP) and WX30 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The H200 was unveiled 18 months later than the WX30 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the H200 matches up vs the WX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are available at Sony H200 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony H200 enjoys exterior dimensions of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) while the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Sony H200 versus Sony WX30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the H200 against the WX30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the H200 and WX30 is 67 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The visual below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the H200 and WX30.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony H200 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent H200 will have an edge in sensor innovation.