Sony G3 vs Sony HX100V

Let's look more closely at the Sony G3 versus Sony HX100V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the G3 (10MP) and HX100V (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The G3 was manufactured 3 years before the HX100V and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony G3 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the G3 scores vs the HX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The entire galleries are provided at Sony G3 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Sony G3 has outside dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony HX100V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Examine the Sony G3 versus Sony HX100V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the G3 compared to the HX100V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G3 and HX100V is 94 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The photograph below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G3 and HX100V.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony HX100V to render more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older G3 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.