Sony HX10V vs Sony HX50V

Lets look more closely at the Sony HX10V versus Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX10V (18MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX10V was brought out 14 months before the HX50V making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the HX10V scores versus the HX50V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The entire galleries are available at Sony HX10V Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Sony HX10V features external measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Sony HX10V versus Sony HX50V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the HX10V against the HX50V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX10V and HX50V is 91 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The image underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the HX10V and HX50V.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX50V to provide you with greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged HX10V will be behind in sensor innovation.