Pentax VS20 vs Sony HX10V

Here, we are looking at the Pentax VS20 vs Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the VS20 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VS20 was announced within a month of the HX10V so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the VS20 scores against the HX10V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio VS20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax VS20 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax VS20 comes with outer measurements of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Pentax VS20 vs Sony HX10V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the VS20 vs the HX10V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the VS20 and HX10V is 90 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the VS20 and HX10V.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX10V to produce extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.