Sony HX10V vs Sony W370

Let's take a closer look at the Sony HX10V versus Sony W370, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the HX10V (18MP) and W370 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX10V was revealed 2 years after the W370 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the HX10V scores vs the W370 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The full galleries are viewable at Sony HX10V Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX10V offers external measurements 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 W370 has dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the HX10V versus the W370.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the HX10V and W370 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through specs. The picture below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the HX10V and W370.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony HX10V to show extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher HX10V should have an advantage in sensor technology.