Sony A7 III vs Sony HX1
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Sony A7 III vs Sony HX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Announced February 2018
- Replaced the Sony A7 II
- Later Model is Sony A7 IV
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Released April 2009
Sony A7 III vs Sony HX1 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Sony A7 III vs Sony HX1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the A7 III (24MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the A7 III (Full frame) and HX1 (1/2.4") use different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A7 III was launched 8 years later than the HX1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the A7 III matches up vs the HX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony A7 III vs Sony HX1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha A7 III and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A7 III Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Sony HX1
A7 III | HX1 | |||
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Released | February 2018 | April 2009 | More recent by 108 months | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Sony A7 III
HX1 | A7 III |
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Common features in the Sony A7 III and Sony HX1
A7 III | HX1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Sony A7 III vs Sony HX1 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony A7 III offers physical dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 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).
Check the Sony A7 III vs Sony HX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the A7 III versus the HX1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A7 III and HX1 is 63 and 67 respectively.
Sony A7 III vs Sony HX1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The visual underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A7 III and HX1.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The A7 III because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony A7 III will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher A7 III provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Sony A7 III vs Sony HX1 Specifications
Sony Alpha A7 III | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha A7 III | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2018-02-27 | 2009-04-22 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Bionz X | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 852.0mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 9MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 693 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Amount of lenses | 121 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 9.20 m |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1440x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 650g (1.43 lbs) | 544g (1.20 lbs) |
Dimensions | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 96 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 3730 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 610 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-FZ100 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 2 | Single |
Pricing at release | $1,998 | $47,999 |