Sony HX9V vs Sony S2000

Below, we will be matching up the Sony HX9V versus Sony S2000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the HX9V (16MP) and S2000 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX9V was launched 19 months after the S2000 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the HX9V scores vs the S2000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The complete galleries are provided at Sony HX9V Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Sony HX9V enjoys exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the HX9V versus the S2000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX9V and S2000 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX9V and S2000.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony HX9V to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher HX9V will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.