Sony H70 vs Sony HX50V

Here is a thorough analysis of the Sony H70 and Sony HX50V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the H70 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The H70 was unveiled 3 years prior to the HX50V and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the H70 matches up versus the HX50V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are viewable at Sony H70 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Sony H70 comes with outside dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

See the Sony H70 and Sony HX50V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the H70 versus the HX50V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the H70 and HX50V is 93 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the H70 and HX50V.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX50V to result in extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older H70 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.