Nikon L100 vs Sony HX1

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon L100 and Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L100 (10MP) and the HX1 (9MP) is very comparable but the L100 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") possess different sensor sizing.

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The L100 was released 2 months earlier than the HX1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L100 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the L100 matches up versus the HX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L100 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon L100 enjoys outer measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has proportions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the L100 against the HX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L100 and HX1 is 79 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The photograph below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L100 and HX1.

To sum up, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The L100 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Nikon L100 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively.