Sony A9 vs Sony HX300
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Sony A9 vs Sony HX300 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 673g - 127 x 96 x 63mm
- Launched April 2017
- Successor is Sony A9 II
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- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 623g - 130 x 103 x 93mm
- Launched February 2013
- Superseded the Sony HX200V
- Newer Model is Sony HX400V
Sony A9 vs Sony HX300 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Sony A9 and Sony HX300, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A9 (24MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the A9 (Full frame) and HX300 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe A9 was released 4 years later than the HX300 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the A9 grades against the HX300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A9 vs Sony HX300 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha A9 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A9 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A9 over the Sony HX300
A9 | HX300 | |||
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Launched | April 2017 | February 2013 | Fresher by 51 months | |
Display resolution | 1440k | 921k | Clearer display (+519k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX300 over the Sony A9
HX300 | A9 |
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Common features in the Sony A9 and Sony HX300
A9 | HX300 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Sony A9 vs Sony HX300 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sony A9 comes with outer dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") having a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Sony HX300 has proportions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony A9 and Sony HX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the A9 vs the HX300.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A9 and HX300 is 65 and 63 respectively.
Sony A9 vs Sony HX300 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A9 and HX300.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A9 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony A9 will produce more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent A9 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Sony A9 vs Sony HX300 Specifications
Sony Alpha A9 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha A9 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2017-04-19 | 2013-02-20 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | BIONZ X | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 847.3mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 693 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-6.3 |
Total lenses | 121 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,440k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,686k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 20.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 673g (1.48 lbs) | 623g (1.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 127 x 96 x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") | 130 x 103 x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 92 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 3517 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-FZ100 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | - |
Storage slots | Two | One |
Pricing at release | $4,498 | $339 |