Sony A900 vs Sony HX1

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Sony A900 vs Sony HX1, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Sony. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the A900 (25MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the A900 (Full frame) and HX1 (1/2.4") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The A900 was brought out 6 months earlier than the HX1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A900 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the A900 scores vs the HX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony A900 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony A900 enjoys exterior dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) and the Sony HX1 has proportions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the A900 compared to the HX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A900 and HX1 is 54 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A900 and HX1.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A900 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony A900 will give extra detail having its extra 16 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively.