Sony HX20V vs Sony W380

Following is a extended comparison of the Sony HX20V and Sony W380, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are offered by Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the HX20V (18MP) and W380 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX20V was revealed 2 years after the W380 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the HX20V scores versus the W380 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The full galleries are available at Sony HX20V Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony HX20V features outer measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Sony W380 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX20V and Sony W380 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the HX20V versus the W380.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX20V and W380 is 90 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The picture below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX20V and W380.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX20V to give you greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger HX20V will have a benefit in sensor technology.