Sony HX50V vs Sony S2000

On this page, we will be evaluating the Sony HX50V vs Sony S2000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the HX50V (20MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX50V was introduced 3 years after the S2000 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the HX50V grades versus the S2000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX50V Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Sony HX50V features outer measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the HX50V against the S2000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the HX50V and S2000 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX50V and S2000.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony HX50V to provide you with more detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The newer HX50V is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.