Sony H70 vs Sony TX200V

Here is a extensive analysis of the Sony H70 vs Sony TX200V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both built by Sony. The image resolution of the H70 (16MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The H70 was unveiled 12 months before the TX200V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sony H70 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the H70 matches up versus the TX200V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The full galleries are available at Sony H70 Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony H70 comes with exterior dimensions 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 TX200V has dimensions of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Sony H70 vs Sony TX200V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the H70 and the TX200V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the H70 and TX200V is 93 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The graphic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the H70 and TX200V.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony TX200V to produce more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older H70 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.