Sony H300 vs Sony HX50V

Below is a detailed analysis of the Sony H300 vs Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the H300 (20MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The H300 was brought out 10 months later than the HX50V so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the H300 grades vs the HX50V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony H300 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Sony H300 offers physical dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the H300 versus the HX50V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the H300 and HX50V is 63 and 89 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The photograph here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the H300 and HX50V.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of files however you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger H300 provides a benefit in sensor technology.