Sony HX9V vs Sony QX10

Let's take a deeper look at the Sony HX9V and Sony QX10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Lens-style and they are both offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX9V (16MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX9V was revealed 3 years prior to the QX10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the HX9V scores against the QX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The full galleries are provided at Sony HX9V Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony HX9V has external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony QX10 has sizing of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Check the Sony HX9V and Sony QX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the HX9V vs the QX10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the HX9V and QX10 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HX9V and QX10.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony QX10 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older HX9V is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.