Sony HX100V vs Sony QX10

Here is a extensive analysis of the Sony HX100V versus Sony QX10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Lens-style and they are both built by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX100V (16MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HX100V was introduced 22 months earlier than the QX10 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the HX100V matches up versus the QX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX100V Gallery & Sony QX10 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony HX100V provides exterior dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs) whilst the Sony QX10 has proportions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Contrast the Sony HX100V versus Sony QX10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the HX100V compared to the QX10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HX100V and QX10 is 66 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX100V and QX10.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony QX10 to produce greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older HX100V will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.