Sony HX20V vs Sony HX99

On this page, we will be evaluating the Sony HX20V and Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the HX20V (18MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is relatively comparable but the HX20V (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) provide different sensor sizes.

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The HX20V was revealed 7 years earlier than the HX99 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the HX20V scores vs the HX99 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The full galleries are provided at Sony HX20V Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony HX20V provides outer measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Sony HX99 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the HX20V against the HX99.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX20V and HX99 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The image here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX20V and HX99.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The HX20V uses the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The more aged HX20V will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.