Sony A6100 vs Sony HX50V

Here is a extended overview of the Sony A6100 and Sony HX50V, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Sony. The image resolution of the A6100 (24MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is very comparable but the A6100 (APS-C) and HX50V (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The A6100 was released 6 years later than the HX50V and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A6100 scores vs the HX50V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha a6100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A6100 Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony A6100 comes with external measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Sony HX50V has dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Sony A6100 and Sony HX50V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the A6100 compared to the HX50V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A6100 and HX50V is 81 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A6100 and HX50V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A6100 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony A6100 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern A6100 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.