Samsung HZ10W vs Sony HX5

Below is a thorough analysis of the Samsung HZ10W versus Sony HX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the HZ10W (10MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is very close but the HZ10W (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The HZ10W was manufactured 13 months prior to the HX5 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the HZ10W matches up against the HX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ10W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung HZ10W Gallery & Sony HX5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung HZ10W enjoys outer measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony HX5 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the HZ10W against the HX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ10W and HX5 is 90 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ10W and HX5.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The HZ10W includes the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult. The older HZ10W will be behind with regard to sensor tech.