Sony HX1 vs Sony HX300

Here is a complete assessment of the Sony HX1 versus Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both built by Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the HX1 (9MP) and HX300 (20MP) and the HX1 (1/2.4") and HX300 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The HX1 was revealed 4 years before the HX300 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the HX1 scores vs the HX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The full galleries are provided at Sony HX1 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony HX1 provides outer dimensions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs) and the Sony HX300 has proportions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Examine the Sony HX1 versus Sony HX300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the HX1 and the HX300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the HX1 and HX300 is 67 and 63 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX1 and HX300.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HX1 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony HX300 will provide extra detail because of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older HX1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.