Sony HX200V vs Sony ZV-1

Let's examine more closely at the Sony HX200V vs Sony ZV-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are sold by Sony. The resolution of the HX200V (18MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the HX200V (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The HX200V was manufactured 9 years before the ZV-1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the HX200V grades vs the ZV-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V and Sony ZV-1. The entire galleries are provided at Sony HX200V Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX200V comes with exterior dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs) and the Sony ZV-1 has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the HX200V against the ZV-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX200V and ZV-1 is 66 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HX200V and ZV-1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HX200V featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Sony ZV-1 will give you extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older HX200V is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.