Nikon A10 vs Sony HX100V

Following is a thorough comparison of the Nikon A10 versus Sony HX100V, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A10 (16MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A10 was revealed 4 years after the HX100V which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon A10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the A10 grades vs the HX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon A10 Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon A10 has got outside dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony HX100V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the A10 vs the HX100V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A10 and HX100V is 94 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A10 and HX100V.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher A10 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.