Nikon L19 vs Sony HX9V

Following is a extensive analysis of the Nikon L19 versus Sony HX9V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and HX9V (16MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and HX9V (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The L19 was launched 3 years before the HX9V which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the L19 scores against the HX9V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L19 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L19 Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L19 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the L19 and the HX9V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L19 and HX9V is 94 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L19 and HX9V.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The L19 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Sony HX9V will render extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged L19 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.