Sony HX7V vs Sony RX10

The following is a extensive analysis of the Sony HX7V and Sony RX10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX7V (16MP) and the RX10 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the HX7V (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") feature different sensor size.

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The HX7V was announced 3 years before the RX10 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the HX7V matches up versus the RX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX7V Gallery & Sony RX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Sony HX7V enjoys outer dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 has specifications of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") having a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the HX7V against the RX10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX7V and RX10 is 92 and 58 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HX7V and RX10.

Clearly, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The HX7V with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony RX10 will give greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged HX7V is going to be behind in sensor tech.