Sony A9 II vs Sony HX30V

Here is a extended assessment of the Sony A9 II and Sony HX30V, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the A9 II (24MP) and HX30V (18MP) and the A9 II (Full frame) and HX30V (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The A9 II was revealed 7 years later than the HX30V and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A9 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A9 II grades vs the HX30V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha A9 Mark II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are provided at Sony A9 II Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony A9 II has outer measurements of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

See the Sony A9 II and Sony HX30V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the A9 II and the HX30V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A9 II and HX30V is 62 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A9 II and HX30V.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A9 II having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony A9 II will provide greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher A9 II will have an advantage in sensor tech.