Sony HX20V vs Sony HX300

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Sony HX20V vs Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are created by Sony. The image resolution of the HX20V (18MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HX20V was released 7 months earlier than the HX300 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the HX20V matches up against the HX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony HX20V Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX20V has exterior dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Sony HX300 has dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the HX20V against the HX300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX20V and HX300 is 90 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX20V and HX300.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX300 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older HX20V is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.