Nikon P100 vs Sony HX1
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Nikon P100 vs Sony HX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-678mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 481g - 114 x 83 x 99mm
- Introduced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Launched April 2009
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On this page, we are matching up the Nikon P100 versus Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P100 (10MP) and the HX1 (9MP) is fairly comparable but the P100 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe P100 was announced 15 months later than the HX1 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the P100 grades against the HX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon P100 over the Sony HX1
| P100 | HX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2010 |  | April 2009 | Fresher by 15 months |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Nikon P100
| HX1 | P100 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon P100 and Sony HX1
| P100 | HX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither comes with Touch display |
Nikon P100 vs Sony HX1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P100 comes with exterior measurements of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") with a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon P100 versus Sony HX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the P100 against the HX1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P100 and HX1 is 68 and 67 respectively.
Nikon P100 vs Sony HX1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P100 and HX1.
To sum up, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P100 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon P100 will show greater detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent P100 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon P100 vs Sony HX1 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix P100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix P100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2009-04-22 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | Bionz |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| 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 | 26-678mm (26.1x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8-5.2 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
| Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 9.20 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1440x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 481 grams (1.06 lb) | 544 grams (1.20 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 114 x 83 x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | EN-EL5 | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 to 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $400 | $47,999 |