Sony A450 vs Sony HX100V

On this page, we are reviewing the Sony A450 versus Sony HX100V, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Sony. The image resolution of the A450 (14MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is very similar but the A450 (APS-C) and HX100V (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The A450 was unveiled 21 months prior to the HX100V making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the A450 scores against the HX100V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The full galleries are available at Sony A450 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony A450 has outside measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs) while the Sony HX100V has dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Examine the Sony A450 versus Sony HX100V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the A450 and the HX100V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A450 and HX100V is 65 and 66 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A450 and HX100V.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A450 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX100V will deliver more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older A450 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.