Sony HX20V vs Sony S950

The following is a extensive review of the Sony HX20V versus Sony S950, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the HX20V (18MP) and S950 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX20V was brought out 3 years after the S950 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the HX20V grades against the S950 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The entire galleries are available at Sony HX20V Gallery & Sony S950 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Sony HX20V has got external measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Sony S950 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the HX20V and the S950.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX20V and S950 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the HX20V and S950.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony HX20V to give you extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more recent HX20V should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.