Sony HX20V vs Sony S2000

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Sony HX20V and Sony S2000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the HX20V (18MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX20V was revealed 2 years after the S2000 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the HX20V grades against the S2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The full galleries are available at Sony HX20V Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony HX20V has got exterior measurements 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 S2000 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the HX20V versus the S2000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX20V and S2000 is 90 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specifications. The picture underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the HX20V and S2000.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony HX20V to provide you with more detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher HX20V provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.