Sony H70 vs Sony HX7V

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Sony H70 and Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Sony. The sensor resolution of the H70 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The H70 was announced 6 months before the HX7V and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the H70 grades vs the HX7V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The whole galleries are provided at Sony H70 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Sony H70 offers outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the H70 and the HX7V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the H70 and HX7V is 93 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the H70 and HX7V.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration.