Sony HX100V vs Sony HX20V

Here, we are comparing the Sony HX100V and Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the HX100V (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX100V was introduced 9 months prior to the HX20V so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the HX100V scores vs the HX20V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX100V Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX100V has external measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Sony HX100V and Sony HX20V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the HX100V compared to the HX20V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX100V and HX20V is 66 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX100V and HX20V.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX20V to offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged HX100V is going to be behind in sensor technology.