Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony HX10V

Let's examine more in depth at the Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony HX10V, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-C3 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is relatively close but the NEX-C3 (APS-C) and HX10V (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The NEX-C3 was unveiled 6 months earlier than the HX10V and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the NEX-C3 grades against the HX10V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-C3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The full galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-C3 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Sony NEX-C3 enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Sony NEX-C3 vs Sony HX10V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the NEX-C3 against the HX10V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NEX-C3 and HX10V is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the NEX-C3 and HX10V.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The NEX-C3 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony HX10V will result in greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively.