Sony HX10V vs Sony HX200V

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Sony HX10V versus Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX10V (18MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX10V was revealed 2 months before the HX200V which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the HX10V matches up versus the HX200V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The full galleries are viewable at Sony HX10V Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony HX10V offers outside dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sony HX200V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the HX10V compared to the HX200V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX10V and HX200V is 91 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX10V and HX200V.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you have to take the age of the products into consideration.