Sony HX10V vs Sony S2100

Let's examine more closely at the Sony HX10V vs Sony S2100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the HX10V (18MP) and S2100 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX10V was introduced 2 years later than the S2100 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the HX10V grades vs the S2100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX10V Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony HX10V comes with external 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) and the Sony S2100 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Sony HX10V vs Sony S2100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the HX10V versus the S2100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX10V and S2100 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX10V and S2100.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX10V to deliver more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher HX10V should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.