Sony HX9V vs Sony RX10 IV

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Sony HX9V versus Sony RX10 IV, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Sony. The resolution of the HX9V (16MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is very close but the HX9V (1/2.3") and RX10 IV (1") boast different sensor sizes.

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The HX9V was launched 7 years earlier than the RX10 IV which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 IV being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the HX9V grades against the RX10 IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The complete galleries are available at Sony HX9V Gallery and Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Sony HX9V has exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony RX10 IV has specifications of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") having a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

See the Sony HX9V versus Sony RX10 IV in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the HX9V and the RX10 IV.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX9V and RX10 IV is 91 and 52 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The pic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX9V and RX10 IV.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The HX9V because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony RX10 IV will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged HX9V will be behind in sensor tech.