Sony HX10V vs Sony WX30

Here, we will be analyzing the Sony HX10V and Sony WX30, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX10V (18MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HX10V was launched 8 months later than the WX30 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the HX10V grades vs the WX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The complete galleries are available at Sony HX10V Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX10V enjoys outer measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Sony HX10V and Sony WX30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the HX10V and the WX30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX10V and WX30 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the HX10V and WX30.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony HX10V to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern HX10V will have an advantage in sensor technology.