Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony HX20V and Nikon B700 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony HX20V has external dimensions of 107 x 62 x 35 mm (4.21 x 2.44 x 1.38″) and weighs 254 g (0.56 lb / 8.96 oz) (including batteries). Nikon B700 has external dimensions of 125 x 85 x 107 mm (4.92 x 3.35 x 4.21″) and weighs 565 g (1.25 lb / 19.93 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony HX20V and the Nikon B700. Sony HX20V is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 18mm narrower, 23mm shorter and 72mm thinner than Nikon B700.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony HX20V and Nikon B700.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony HX20V and Nikon B700.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony HX20V is significantly lighter (311g ) than the Nikon B700 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V nor Nikon Coolpix B700 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony HX20V and Nikon B700's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Nikon B700 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Sony HX20V's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to B700.