Sony H300 vs Sony HX7V

Following is a in depth assessment of the Sony H300 versus Sony HX7V, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the H300 (20MP) and HX7V (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The H300 was unveiled 2 years after the HX7V which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the H300 scores versus the HX7V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The full galleries are viewable at Sony H300 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony H300 has external dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the H300 and the HX7V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the H300 and HX7V is 63 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the H300 and HX7V.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony H300 to result in greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger H300 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.