Sony HX10V vs Sony HX80

Here, we are comparing the Sony HX10V vs Sony HX80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the HX10V (18MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HX10V was introduced 5 years prior to the HX80 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the HX10V matches up against the HX80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX10V Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony HX10V comes with exterior dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Sony HX80 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the HX10V and the HX80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX10V and HX80 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The image underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX10V and HX80.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged HX10V will be behind in sensor innovation.