Sony HX20V vs Sony W570

Let's examine more closely at the Sony HX20V versus Sony W570, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both offered by Sony. The resolution of the HX20V (18MP) and the W570 (16MP) is very well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HX20V was brought out 19 months later than the W570 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the HX20V matches up against the W570 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The entire galleries are available at Sony HX20V Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX20V enjoys exterior dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Sony W570 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Sony HX20V versus Sony W570 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the HX20V versus the W570.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX20V and W570 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the HX20V and W570.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX20V to give greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The newer HX20V will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.