Sony A9 II vs Sony HX100V

Here is a extensive overview of the Sony A9 II versus Sony HX100V, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the A9 II (24MP) and HX100V (16MP) and the A9 II (Full frame) and HX100V (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The A9 II was released 8 years later than the HX100V and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony A9 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the A9 II grades against the HX100V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha A9 Mark II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The complete galleries are available at Sony A9 II Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Sony A9 II features outside measurements of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony HX100V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the A9 II compared to the HX100V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A9 II and HX100V is 62 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A9 II and HX100V.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A9 II due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sony A9 II will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger A9 II should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.