Sony HX10V vs Sony W650

In this article, we are looking at the Sony HX10V vs Sony W650, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Sony. The image resolution of the HX10V (18MP) and the W650 (16MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX10V was introduced 2 months after the W650 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the HX10V matches up versus the W650 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX10V Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony HX10V has outside dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sony W650 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check out the Sony HX10V vs Sony W650 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the HX10V versus the W650.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the HX10V and W650 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The image here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the HX10V and W650.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX10V to render more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively.