Sony HX50V vs Sony WX10
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Sony HX50V vs Sony WX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Launched April 2013
- Succeeded the Sony HX30V
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-168mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 161g - 95 x 54 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2011
Sony HX50V vs Sony WX10 Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Sony HX50V and Sony WX10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the HX50V (20MP) and WX10 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe HX50V was launched 2 years after the WX10 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the HX50V matches up vs the WX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony HX50V vs Sony WX10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are provided at Sony HX50V Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Sony WX10
HX50V | WX10 | |||
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Revealed | April 2013 | January 2011 | Newer by 28 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX10 over the Sony HX50V
WX10 | HX50V |
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Common features in the Sony HX50V and Sony WX10
HX50V | WX10 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Sony HX50V vs Sony WX10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony HX50V has outer measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Sony WX10 has proportions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Sony HX50V and Sony WX10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the HX50V vs the WX10.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the HX50V and WX10 is 89 and 95 respectively.
Sony HX50V vs Sony WX10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HX50V and WX10.
Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX50V to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The younger HX50V should have a benefit in sensor technology.
Sony HX50V vs Sony WX10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony HX50V vs Sony WX10 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-04-24 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 2920 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-168mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5 - 6.3 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.8" |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | XtraFine LCD display | Clear Photo LCD Plus |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 7.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 272 grams (0.60 lb) | 161 grams (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 95 x 54 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-BX1 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $439 | $200 |