Sony a1 vs Sony HX9V

Let's look much closer at the Sony a1 vs Sony HX9V, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the a1 (50MP) and HX9V (16MP) and the a1 (Full frame) and HX9V (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The a1 was launched 9 years later than the HX9V and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the a1 grades vs the HX9V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha a1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are provided at Sony a1 Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony a1 comes with exterior dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs) and the Sony HX9V has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the a1 vs the HX9V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the a1 and HX9V is 61 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the a1 and HX9V.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The a1 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony a1 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 34MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent a1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.