Sony HX50V vs Sony A77 II

The following is a extensive analysis of the Sony HX50V versus Sony A77 II, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both created by Sony. The image resolution of the HX50V (20MP) and the A77 II (24MP) is relatively similar but the HX50V (1/2.3") and A77 II (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The HX50V was released 13 months earlier than the A77 II which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera and the Sony A77 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the HX50V scores vs the A77 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V & Sony SLT-A77 II. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony HX50V Gallery & Sony A77 II Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony HX50V has external measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Sony A77 II has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") along with a weight of 647 grams (1.43 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the HX50V vs the A77 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the HX50V and A77 II is 89 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The pic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the HX50V and A77 II.

All in all, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The HX50V featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony A77 II will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged HX50V is going to be behind in sensor technology.