Sony H70 vs Sony QX30

The following is a extended analysis of the Sony H70 and Sony QX30, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Lens-style and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the H70 (16MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The H70 was released 4 years earlier than the QX30 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony H70 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the H70 scores versus the QX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The complete galleries are provided at Sony H70 Gallery & Sony QX30 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Sony H70 features exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony QX30 has specifications of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check out the Sony H70 and Sony QX30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the H70 and the QX30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the H70 and QX30 is 93 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The image here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the H70 and QX30.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony QX30 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged H70 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.