Sony A230 vs Sony HX1
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Sony A230 vs Sony HX1 Key Specs
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- 9MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Announced April 2009
Sony A230 vs Sony HX1 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Sony A230 vs Sony HX1, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Sony. The image resolution of the A230 (10MP) and the HX1 (9MP) is pretty well matched but the A230 (APS-C) and HX1 (1/2.4") boast different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A230 was released around the same time to the HX1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the A230 grades against the HX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A230 vs Sony HX1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A230 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A230 over the Sony HX1
A230 | HX1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Sony A230
HX1 | A230 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Sony A230 and Sony HX1
A230 | HX1 | |||
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Announced | May 2009 | April 2009 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Sony A230 vs Sony HX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony A230 comes with physical dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs) and the Sony HX1 has proportions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).
Examine the Sony A230 vs Sony HX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the A230 and the HX1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A230 and HX1 is 69 and 67 respectively.
Sony A230 vs Sony HX1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A230 and HX1.
As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A230 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony A230 will give more detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively.
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Sony A230 vs Sony HX1 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-05-18 | 2009-04-22 |
Body design | Compact SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Bionz | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 9MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Amount of lenses | 143 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m | 9.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1440x1080 |
Video format | - | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 490 gr (1.08 pounds) | 544 gr (1.20 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 97 x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 531 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-FH50 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $569 | $47,999 |