Sony A7S vs Sony HX9V

Here, we are matching up the Sony A7S vs Sony HX9V, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the A7S (12MP) and HX9V (16MP) and the A7S (Full frame) and HX9V (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The A7S was released 2 years later than the HX9V and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A7S grades versus the HX9V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha A7S and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A7S Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony A7S offers physical measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs) and the Sony HX9V has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the A7S vs the HX9V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A7S and HX9V is 77 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A7S and HX9V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A7S featuring a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony HX9V will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern A7S is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.