Sony HX10V vs Sony WX70

Here, we will be reviewing the Sony HX10V and Sony WX70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Sony. The resolution of the HX10V (18MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HX10V was brought out within a month of the WX70 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the HX10V matches up against the WX70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The entire galleries are available at Sony HX10V Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX10V has got physical 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 WX70 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Sony HX10V and Sony WX70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the HX10V vs the WX70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX10V and WX70 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX10V and WX70.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony HX10V to offer you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.