Sony HX10V vs Sony W710

Its time to look more closely at the Sony HX10V versus Sony W710, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the HX10V (18MP) and the W710 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX10V was brought out 10 months before the W710 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the HX10V matches up vs the W710 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony HX10V Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Sony HX10V comes with outside 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 W710 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX10V versus Sony W710 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the HX10V versus the W710.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the HX10V and W710 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX10V and W710.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX10V to produce extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older HX10V will be behind in sensor technology.