Sony HX9V vs Sony RX100 III

Its time to examine more in depth at the Sony HX9V vs Sony RX100 III, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both are sold by Sony. The resolution of the HX9V (16MP) and the RX100 III (20MP) is very comparable but the HX9V (1/2.3") and RX100 III (1") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The HX9V was launched 3 years earlier than the RX100 III which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the HX9V grades versus the RX100 III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The complete galleries are available at Sony HX9V Gallery & Sony RX100 III Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony HX9V features outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony RX100 III has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).

Compare the Sony HX9V vs Sony RX100 III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the HX9V and the RX100 III.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HX9V and RX100 III is 91 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The pic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX9V and RX100 III.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The HX9V because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Sony RX100 III will produce more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged HX9V will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.