Sony HX1 vs Sony RX10 IV

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Sony HX1 vs Sony RX10 IV, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the HX1 (9MP) and RX10 IV (20MP) and the HX1 (1/2.4") and RX10 IV (1") boast different sensor size.

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The HX1 was revealed 9 years earlier than the RX10 IV which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the HX1 matches up vs the RX10 IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Sony HX1 features outer measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 IV has specifications of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") along with a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

Examine the Sony HX1 vs Sony RX10 IV in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the HX1 versus the RX10 IV.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the HX1 and RX10 IV is 67 and 52 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX1 and RX10 IV.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The HX1 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony RX10 IV will result in more detail because of its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged HX1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.