Sony HX20V vs Sony QX10

Let's take a more detailed look at the Sony HX20V and Sony QX10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Lens-style and both are offered by Sony. The resolution of the HX20V (18MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The HX20V was launched 13 months earlier than the QX10 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the HX20V grades versus the QX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The complete galleries are available at Sony HX20V Gallery & Sony QX10 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Sony HX20V comes with exterior measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Sony QX10 has specifications of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Compare the Sony HX20V and Sony QX10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the HX20V versus the QX10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX20V and QX10 is 90 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the HX20V and QX10.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures though you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged HX20V is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.