Sony HX30V vs Sony TX10

On this page, we are evaluating the Sony HX30V versus Sony TX10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact and both are produced by Sony. The resolution of the HX30V (18MP) and the TX10 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX30V was revealed 7 months after the TX10 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera and the Sony TX10 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the HX30V matches up against the TX10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The full galleries are viewable at Sony HX30V Gallery & Sony TX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX30V enjoys outer dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Sony TX10 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Compare the Sony HX30V versus Sony TX10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the HX30V against the TX10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX30V and TX10 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX30V and TX10.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony HX30V to offer you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more recent HX30V is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.