Sony HX10V vs Sony WX80

Below, we are contrasting the Sony HX10V versus Sony WX80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. The image resolution of the HX10V (18MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is very close and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HX10V was introduced 10 months before the WX80 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the HX10V matches up against the WX80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX10V Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX10V enjoys exterior measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Sony HX10V versus Sony WX80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the HX10V vs the WX80.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the HX10V and WX80 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HX10V and WX80.

As you can see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX10V to result in greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older HX10V will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.