Sony HX5 vs Sony ZV-1

Let's examine more in depth at the Sony HX5 vs Sony ZV-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are designed by Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the HX5 (10MP) and ZV-1 (20MP) and the HX5 (1/2.4") and ZV-1 (1") feature totally different sensor size.

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The HX5 was introduced 11 years earlier than the ZV-1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX5 being a Compact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the HX5 scores vs the ZV-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5 and Sony ZV-1. The whole galleries are available at Sony HX5 Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony HX5 has got exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Contrast the Sony HX5 vs Sony ZV-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the HX5 and the ZV-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX5 and ZV-1 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HX5 and ZV-1.

All in all, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The HX5 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony ZV-1 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older HX5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.