Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300
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![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX10V/Sony-HX10V-front.jpg)
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44 Features
51 Overall
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Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-400mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 234g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Released February 2012
- Replacement is Sony HX20V
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 623g - 130 x 103 x 93mm
- Released February 2013
- Previous Model is Sony HX200V
- Renewed by Sony HX400V
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Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300 Overview
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.
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Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Sony HX10V over the Sony HX300
HX10V | HX300 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX300 over the Sony HX10V
HX300 | HX10V | |||
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Released | February 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 11 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Sony HX10V and Sony HX300
HX10V | HX300 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300 Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Sony HX10V and Sony HX300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300 size comparison Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX10V-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX300-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX10V and HX300 is 91 and 63 respectively.
![Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300 top view buttons comparison Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX10V-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX300-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300 sensor size comparison Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX10V-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX300-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300 Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX10V-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX300-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Sony HX10V vs Sony HX300 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-28 | 2013-02-20 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | BIONZ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-400mm (16.7x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 234 grams (0.52 pounds) | 623 grams (1.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 130 x 103 x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-BG1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $616 | $339 |