Sony HX350 vs Sony RX10 II

Here is a in-depth review of the Sony HX350 and Sony RX10 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Sony. The image resolution of the HX350 (20MP) and the RX10 II (20MP) is fairly comparable but the HX350 (1/2.3") and RX10 II (1") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The HX350 was unveiled 19 months later than the RX10 II making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the HX350 scores against the RX10 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The full galleries are available at Sony HX350 Gallery and Sony RX10 II Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Sony HX350 has external dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs) while the Sony RX10 II has sizing of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX350 and Sony RX10 II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the HX350 vs the RX10 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the HX350 and RX10 II is 62 and 58 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX350 and RX10 II.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The HX350 comes with the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging. The newer HX350 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.