Sony A850 vs Sony HX1
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Sony A850 vs Sony HX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 895g - 156 x 117 x 82mm
- Released April 2010
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Released April 2009
Sony A850 vs Sony HX1 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Sony A850 versus Sony HX1, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the A850 (25MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the A850 (Full frame) and HX1 (1/2.4") have totally different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe A850 was revealed 12 months later than the HX1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sony A850 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the A850 scores versus the HX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony A850 vs Sony HX1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha DSLR-A850 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A850 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A850 over the Sony HX1
A850 | HX1 | |||
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Released | April 2010 | April 2009 | More recent by 12 months | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Sony A850
HX1 | A850 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Sony A850 and Sony HX1
A850 | HX1 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Sony A850 vs Sony HX1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony A850 enjoys outer dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) while the Sony HX1 has measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).
Examine the Sony A850 versus Sony HX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the A850 vs the HX1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A850 and HX1 is 54 and 67 respectively.
Sony A850 vs Sony HX1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The photograph below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A850 and HX1.
All in all, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The A850 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sony A850 will produce greater detail because of its extra 16 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer A850 will have an edge in sensor tech.
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Sony A850 vs Sony HX1 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A850 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A850 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-04-15 | 2009-04-22 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6048 x 4032 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Number of lenses | 143 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 98% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 9.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1440x1080 |
Video file format | - | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 895 gr (1.97 lbs) | 544 gr (1.20 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 156 x 117 x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 79 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1415 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 880 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-FM500H | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Retail pricing | $0 | $47,999 |