Sony HX1 vs Sony RX10 III

Following is a extensive analysis of the Sony HX1 vs Sony RX10 III, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the HX1 (9MP) and RX10 III (20MP) and the HX1 (1/2.4") and RX10 III (1") offer different sensor sizing.

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The HX1 was unveiled 8 years before the RX10 III which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the HX1 grades vs the RX10 III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The full galleries are available at Sony HX1 Gallery and Sony RX10 III Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony HX1 offers outer measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs) while the Sony RX10 III has sizing of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") and a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

Look at the Sony HX1 vs Sony RX10 III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the HX1 against the RX10 III.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the HX1 and RX10 III is 67 and 53 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The pic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX1 and RX10 III.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The HX1 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony RX10 III will show extra detail having an extra 11MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged HX1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.