Nikon P100 vs Sony HX1

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.

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The 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.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P100 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.

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.

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.