Sony H70 vs Sony HX30V

Below, we will be analyzing the Sony H70 versus Sony HX30V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the H70 (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The H70 was announced 13 months earlier than the HX30V which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the H70 matches up against the HX30V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony H70 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Sony H70 provides exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the H70 and the HX30V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the H70 and HX30V is 93 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the H70 and HX30V.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX30V to offer greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older H70 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.