Samsung HZ10W vs Sony HX9V

The following is a detailed overview of the Samsung HZ10W vs Sony HX9V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the HZ10W (10MP) and HX9V (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HZ10W was unveiled 3 years before the HX9V which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the HZ10W matches up versus the HX9V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ10W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ10W Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ10W provides exterior dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Samsung HZ10W vs Sony HX9V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the HZ10W compared to the HX9V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ10W and HX9V is 90 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ10W and HX9V.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX9V to give you greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged HZ10W is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.