Sony H300 vs Sony HX300

Lets examine more in depth at the Sony H300 and Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both designed by Sony. The image resolution of the H300 (20MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The H300 was unveiled 12 months later than the HX300 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the H300 grades vs the HX300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The full galleries are provided at Sony H300 Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony H300 enjoys external dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") along with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs) whilst the Sony HX300 has dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the H300 and the HX300.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the H300 and HX300 is 63 and 63 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The photograph below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the H300 and HX300.

All in all, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you should take the age of the cameras into account. The younger H300 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.