Sony HX10V vs Sony W800

Below, we are evaluating the Sony HX10V and Sony W800, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Sony. The image resolution of the HX10V (18MP) and the W800 (20MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HX10V was launched 23 months earlier than the W800 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the HX10V grades versus the W800 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The complete galleries are available at Sony HX10V Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony HX10V features exterior dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony W800 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Sony HX10V and Sony W800 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the HX10V against the W800.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the HX10V and W800 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specs. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HX10V and W800.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony W800 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged HX10V will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.