Sony HX9V vs Sony W620

Below is a extended assessment of the Sony HX9V versus Sony W620, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the HX9V (16MP) and the W620 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX9V was manufactured 5 months earlier than the W620 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the HX9V matches up against the W620 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are available at Sony HX9V Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony HX9V provides outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony W620 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the HX9V vs the W620.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX9V and W620 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The visual underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the HX9V and W620.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX9V to give greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively.