Sony HX1 vs Sony RX10

Below, we are reviewing the Sony HX1 and Sony RX10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the HX1 (9MP) and RX10 (20MP) and the HX1 (1/2.4") and RX10 (1") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The HX1 was introduced 5 years before the RX10 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the HX1 matches up against the RX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The whole galleries are available at Sony HX1 Gallery & Sony RX10 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX1 comes with outside dimensions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs) and the Sony RX10 has dimensions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") along with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX1 and Sony RX10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the HX1 and the RX10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the HX1 and RX10 is 67 and 58 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX1 and RX10.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The HX1 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sony RX10 will render extra detail using its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older HX1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.