Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300

Here, we will be reviewing the Sony HX10V and Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are designed by Sony. The resolution of the HX10V (18MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HX10V was unveiled 11 months earlier than the HX300 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the HX10V scores versus the HX300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The full galleries are provided at Sony HX10V Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony HX10V features outer measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Sony HX300 has measurements of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the HX10V compared to the HX300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX10V and HX300 is 91 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The image below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the HX10V and HX300.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX300 to produce extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged HX10V will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.