Sony H55 vs Sony WX500

On this page, we are looking at the Sony H55 versus Sony WX500, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the H55 (14MP) and WX500 (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The H55 was brought out 5 years prior to the WX500 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the H55 scores vs the WX500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony H55 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony H55 offers external dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony WX500 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Sony H55 versus Sony WX500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the H55 against the WX500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the H55 and WX500 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the H55 and WX500.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony WX500 to produce greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older H55 will be behind in sensor technology.