Sony H50 vs Sony W620

Following is a extensive comparison of the Sony H50 versus Sony W620, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the H50 (9MP) and W620 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The H50 was revealed 4 years before the W620 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the H50 scores versus the W620 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The full galleries are viewable at Sony H50 Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony H50 enjoys exterior dimensions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony W620 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony H50 versus Sony W620 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the H50 vs the W620.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the H50 and W620 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The pic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the H50 and W620.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony W620 to show extra detail because of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged H50 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.