Sony H50 vs Sony W690

Lets examine more closely at the Sony H50 vs Sony W690, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the H50 (9MP) and W690 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The H50 was brought out 4 years earlier than the W690 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the H50 matches up vs the W690 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony H50 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony H50 provides external dimensions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") having a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Sony W690 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony H50 vs Sony W690 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the H50 against the W690.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the H50 and W690 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the H50 and W690.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony W690 to resolve greater detail having its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged H50 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.