Sony HX100V vs Sony RX10 IV
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Sony HX100V vs Sony RX10 IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 577g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Announced October 2011
- Replacement is Sony HX200V
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-600mm (F2.4-4.0) lens
- 1095g - 133 x 94 x 145mm
- Launched September 2017
- Previous Model is Sony RX10 III
Sony HX100V vs Sony RX10 IV Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Sony HX100V versus Sony RX10 IV, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Sony. The image resolution of the HX100V (16MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is very comparable but the HX100V (1/2.3") and RX10 IV (1") feature totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe HX100V was revealed 6 years before the RX10 IV which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the HX100V scores against the RX10 IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony HX100V vs Sony RX10 IV Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The full galleries are provided at Sony HX100V Gallery & Sony RX10 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX100V over the Sony RX10 IV
HX100V | RX10 IV |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX10 IV over the Sony HX100V
RX10 IV | HX100V | |||
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Launched | September 2017 | October 2011 | Newer by 71 months | |
Display resolution | 1440k | 921k | Clearer display (+519k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony HX100V and Sony RX10 IV
HX100V | RX10 IV | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Sony HX100V vs Sony RX10 IV Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony HX100V provides exterior dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs) and the Sony RX10 IV has proportions of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") and a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).
Compare the Sony HX100V versus Sony RX10 IV in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the HX100V vs the RX10 IV.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the HX100V and RX10 IV is 66 and 52 respectively.
Sony HX100V vs Sony RX10 IV Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The image underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX100V and RX10 IV.
As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The HX100V having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony RX10 IV will show more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged HX100V will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Sony HX100V vs Sony RX10 IV Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony HX100V vs Sony RX10 IV Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-10-21 | 2017-09-12 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | BIONZ | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-810mm (30.0x) | 24-600mm (25.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.4-4.0 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 24.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.70 m | 10.80 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, fill-flash, slow sync, rear sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p) ,1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 577 grams (1.27 lb) | 1095 grams (2.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") | 133 x 94 x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FH50 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $429 | $1,698 |