Sony H70 vs Sony WX150

The following is a detailed comparison of the Sony H70 versus Sony WX150, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are produced by Sony. The resolution of the H70 (16MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The H70 was revealed 13 months prior to the WX150 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the H70 scores versus the WX150 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The full galleries are viewable at Sony H70 Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Sony H70 provides external 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 WX150 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Sony H70 versus Sony WX150 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the H70 against the WX150.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the H70 and WX150 is 93 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the H70 and WX150.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony WX150 to show greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged H70 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.