Sony HX200V vs Sony WX150
Portability
66 Imaging
42 Features
55 Overall
47
66 Imaging
42 Features
55 Overall
47
Portability
95 Imaging
42 Features
43 Overall
42
95 Imaging
42 Features
43 Overall
42
Sony HX200V vs Sony WX150 Key Specs
Sony HX200V
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 583g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Released May 2012
- Previous Model is Sony HX100V
- Updated by Sony HX300
Sony WX150
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Released February 2012
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Below is a complete analysis of the Sony HX200V vs Sony WX150, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Sony. The resolution of the HX200V (18MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe HX200V was brought out 3 months later than the WX150 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX150 being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the HX200V matches up versus the WX150 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Sony HX200V over the Sony WX150
| HX200V | WX150 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 461k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX150 over the Sony HX200V
| WX150 | HX200V |
|---|
Common features in the Sony HX200V and Sony WX150
| HX200V | WX150 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | May 2012 |  | February 2012 | Similar age |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Sony HX200V vs Sony WX150 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX200V provides outside measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs) while the Sony WX150 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Sony HX200V vs Sony WX150 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the HX200V against the WX150.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the HX200V and WX150 is 66 and 95 respectively.
Sony HX200V vs Sony WX150 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the HX200V and WX150.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures however you may want to factor the age of the products into consideration.
Sony HX200V vs Sony WX150 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Sony HX200V as a Portrait photography camera
Sony WX150 as a Portrait photography camera
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (18MP)
has face detect focusing
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
decent megapixels (18MP)
provides face detect focusing
no manual focus
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sony HX200V Street photography information
Sony WX150 Street photography information
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than competition in class (583g)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (133 grams)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sony WX150 Sports photography highlights
excellent zoom range (27-810mm 30.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
has tracking focus
better than average battery pack (450 CIPA)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (18MP)
provides tracking focus
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Sony HX200V Travel photography features
Sony WX150 Travel photography features
better than average battery pack (450 CIPA)
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (27mm)
very long zoom (810mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (583g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
lighter than competitors (133g)
decent megapixels (18 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
great zoom (250mm)
no Timelapse function
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Sony HX200V as a Landscape photography camera
Sony WX150 as a Landscape photography camera
manual focus
rather wide (27mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (18MP)
better than average battery pack (450 shots)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
pretty wide (25mm)
decent sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (18 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Timelapse function
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Sony WX150 Vlogging highlights
rather wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have mic socket
heavier than competition in class (583 grams)
pretty wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors (133g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
no microphone socket
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Sony HX200V vs Sony WX150 Specifications
| Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Sony | Sony |
| Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2012-05-11 | 2012-02-28 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | BIONZ | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 27-810mm (30.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 12.40 m | 3.70 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 583g (1.29 pounds) | 133g (0.29 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 450 photos | 240 photos |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-FH50 | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $480 | $300 |
