Sony HX200V vs Sony WX150

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").

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The 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.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The entire galleries are provided at Sony HX200V Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.

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).

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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.

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.