Sony HX20V vs Sony W610

The following is a in depth review of the Sony HX20V versus Sony W610, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the HX20V (18MP) and W610 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX20V was launched 7 months after the W610 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the HX20V grades vs the W610 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony HX20V Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony HX20V provides outer dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Sony W610 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Sony HX20V versus Sony W610 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the HX20V compared to the W610.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the HX20V and W610 is 90 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The picture here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HX20V and W610.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX20V to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern HX20V will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.