Sony HX50V vs Sony TX10

Here is a extended assessment of the Sony HX50V vs Sony TX10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are manufactured by Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the HX50V (20MP) and TX10 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX50V was brought out 21 months later than the TX10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera and the Sony TX10 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the HX50V matches up vs the TX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony HX50V Gallery & Sony TX10 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony HX50V features exterior dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony TX10 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the HX50V and the TX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the HX50V and TX10 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX50V and TX10.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony HX50V to show extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The younger HX50V will have a benefit in sensor technology.