Sony HX20V vs Sony RX100

Let's look more closely at the Sony HX20V versus Sony RX100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Sony. The resolution of the HX20V (18MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is fairly close but the HX20V (1/2.3") and RX100 (1") feature different sensor sizing.

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The HX20V was unveiled at a similar time to the RX100 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the HX20V grades vs the RX100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The full galleries are viewable at Sony HX20V Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony HX20V offers exterior dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Sony RX100 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Check the Sony HX20V versus Sony RX100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the HX20V compared to the RX100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the HX20V and RX100 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX20V and RX100.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The HX20V having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Sony RX100 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images much more aggressively.