Sony HX100V vs Sony WX500

Its time to take a deeper look at the Sony HX100V vs Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both sold by Sony. The image resolution of the HX100V (16MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HX100V was brought out 4 years earlier than the WX500 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the HX100V scores versus the WX500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony HX100V Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony HX100V has exterior measurements 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 WX500 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX100V vs Sony WX500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the HX100V compared to the WX500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX100V and WX500 is 66 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX100V and WX500.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony WX500 to offer you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged HX100V is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.