Sony HX20V vs Sony HX50V
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Sony HX20V vs Sony HX50V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Announced July 2012
- Superseded the Sony HX10V
- Later Model is Sony HX30V
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Announced April 2013
- Earlier Model is Sony HX30V
Sony HX20V vs Sony HX50V Overview
Here, we are comparing the Sony HX20V and Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX20V (18MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe HX20V was introduced 9 months earlier than the HX50V and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the HX20V matches up against the HX50V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony HX20V vs Sony HX50V Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The whole galleries are available at Sony HX20V Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the Sony HX50V
HX20V | HX50V | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 921k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Sony HX20V
HX50V | HX20V | |||
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Announced | April 2013 | July 2012 | More recent by 9 months |
Common features in the Sony HX20V and Sony HX50V
HX20V | HX50V | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Sony HX20V vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX20V comes with exterior dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
Check out the Sony HX20V and Sony HX50V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the HX20V compared to the HX50V.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX20V and HX50V is 90 and 89 respectively.
Sony HX20V vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX20V and HX50V.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX50V to give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The older HX20V is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Sony HX20V vs Sony HX50V Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-07-20 | 2013-04-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 18MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 5184 x 2920 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD | XtraFine LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.10 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 254g (0.56 lb) | 272g (0.60 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 320 shots | 400 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BG1 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $397 | $439 |