FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony HX9V
95 Imaging
35 Features
19 Overall
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91 Imaging
39 Features
46 Overall
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FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony HX9V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 135g - 96 x 64 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix XP11
- Successor is Fujifilm XP30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
- Introduced July 2011

FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony HX9V Overview
Following is a extended review of the FujiFilm XP10 versus Sony HX9V, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the XP10 (12MP) and HX9V (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The XP10 was unveiled 17 months before the HX9V making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the XP10 grades against the HX9V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony HX9V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix XP10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm XP10 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm XP10 over the Sony HX9V
XP10 | HX9V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the FujiFilm XP10
HX9V | XP10 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 17 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm XP10 and Sony HX9V
XP10 | HX9V | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm XP10 has outside dimensions of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm XP10 versus Sony HX9V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the XP10 versus the HX9V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XP10 and HX9V is 95 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The pic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XP10 and HX9V.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX9V to offer more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged XP10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony HX9V Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm XP10 vs Sony HX9V Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V |
Also referred to as | FinePix XP11 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-180mm (5.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/4.0-4.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 lbs) | 245g (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 64 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-45A | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $175 | $328 |