Sony HX50V vs Sony W690

In this article, we are evaluating the Sony HX50V versus Sony W690, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the HX50V (20MP) and W690 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HX50V was launched 15 months after the W690 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the HX50V scores against the W690 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are available at Sony HX50V Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony HX50V has got physical dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony W690 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX50V versus Sony W690 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the HX50V and the W690.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HX50V and W690 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The pic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX50V and W690.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX50V to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The newer HX50V provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.