Sony A580 vs Sony HX10V

Here, we are analyzing the Sony A580 versus Sony HX10V, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Sony. The resolution of the A580 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is very similar but the A580 (APS-C) and HX10V (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The A580 was unveiled 9 months prior to the HX10V and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the A580 grades vs the HX10V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha DSLR-A580 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The full galleries are provided at Sony A580 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Sony A580 has exterior measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sony HX10V has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Sony A580 versus Sony HX10V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the A580 and the HX10V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A580 and HX10V is 64 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A580 and HX10V.

Clearly, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The A580 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX10V will offer greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged A580 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.