Sony HX50V vs Sony QX10

Following is a thorough assessment of the Sony HX50V and Sony QX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Lens-style and both are designed by Sony. The resolution of the HX50V (20MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX50V was released 4 months prior to the QX10 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the HX50V matches up versus the QX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The complete galleries are available at Sony HX50V Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX50V has physical measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony QX10 has dimensions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the HX50V and the QX10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the HX50V and QX10 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the HX50V and QX10.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony HX50V to give greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively.