Nikon L810 vs Sony HX9V
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Nikon L810 vs Sony HX9V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Refreshed by Nikon L820
(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
- Revealed July 2011

Nikon L810 vs Sony HX9V Overview
Below is a extensive comparison of the Nikon L810 and Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L810 was brought out 7 months later than the HX9V which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the L810 matches up versus the HX9V for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L810 vs Sony HX9V Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L810 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L810 Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Sony HX9V
L810 | HX9V | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Nikon L810
HX9V | L810 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Sony HX9V
L810 | HX9V | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon L810 vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L810 has physical dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Sony HX9V has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L810 and Sony HX9V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the L810 versus the HX9V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and HX9V is 74 and 91 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L810 and HX9V.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images however you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern L810 should have an advantage in sensor tech.

Nikon L810 vs Sony HX9V Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L810 vs Sony HX9V Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.2fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 430 grams (0.95 lbs) | 245 grams (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $280 | $328 |