Nikon P900 vs Sony HX10V

Let's look closer at the Nikon P900 and Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the P900 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P900 was brought out 3 years later than the HX10V and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P900 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the P900 grades vs the HX10V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P900 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon P900 has got outer measurements of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") with a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs) whilst the Sony HX10V has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the P900 and the HX10V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P900 and HX10V is 52 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the P900 and HX10V.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX10V to offer extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer P900 provides an advantage in sensor technology.