Sony HX10V vs Sony HX9V
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Sony HX10V vs Sony HX9V 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
- Announced July 2011
Sony HX10V vs Sony HX9V Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Sony HX10V versus Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both designed by Sony. The resolution of the HX10V (18MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe HX10V was released 8 months after the HX9V which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the HX10V grades vs the HX9V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony HX10V vs Sony HX9V Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are provided at Sony HX10V Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX10V over the Sony HX9V
HX10V | HX9V | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | July 2011 | More modern by 8 months | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 921k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Sony HX10V
HX9V | HX10V | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Sony HX10V and Sony HX9V
HX10V | HX9V | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Sony HX10V vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony HX10V offers exterior measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony HX10V versus Sony HX9V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the HX10V vs the HX9V.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HX10V and HX9V is 91 and 91 respectively.
Sony HX10V vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the HX10V and HX9V.
To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX10V to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent HX10V provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Sony HX10V vs Sony HX9V Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-28 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | BIONZ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-400mm (16.7x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 234g (0.52 lb) | 245g (0.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-BG1 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $616 | $328 |