Sony HX200V vs Sony WX30

Let's take a more detailed look at the Sony HX200V versus Sony WX30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Sony. The resolution of the HX200V (18MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX200V was introduced 10 months after the WX30 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the HX200V scores versus the WX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX200V Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Sony HX200V enjoys exterior dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs) and the Sony WX30 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the HX200V against the WX30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the HX200V and WX30 is 66 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX200V and WX30.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX200V to offer extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer HX200V will have an edge in sensor innovation.