Sony HX20V vs Sony WX30

The following is a complete comparison of the Sony HX20V and Sony WX30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Sony. The resolution of the HX20V (18MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX20V was revealed 13 months after the WX30 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the HX20V scores versus the WX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are viewable at Sony HX20V Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX20V provides physical dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Sony HX20V and Sony WX30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the HX20V vs the WX30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX20V and WX30 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX20V and WX30.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX20V to offer you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern HX20V should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.