Sony H70 vs Sony HX9V

Below is a extended analysis of the Sony H70 vs Sony HX9V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Sony. The resolution of the H70 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The H70 was released 6 months prior to the HX9V so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the H70 scores vs the HX9V for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony H70 Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony H70 offers physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the H70 vs the HX9V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the H70 and HX9V is 93 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the H70 and HX9V.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures though you need to consider the age of the products into consideration.