Sony HX80 vs Sony QX10

In this article, we will be evaluating the Sony HX80 and Sony QX10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Lens-style and both of them are designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX80 (18MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HX80 was announced 2 years later than the QX10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the HX80 matches up versus the QX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX80 Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX80 provides exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst 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).

Contrast the Sony HX80 and Sony QX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the HX80 compared to the QX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX80 and QX10 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX80 and QX10.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should always take the release date of the cameras into account. The newer HX80 should have an advantage in sensor technology.