Sony HX9V vs Sony RX100 III
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Sony HX9V vs Sony RX100 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
- Revealed July 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 290g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Launched May 2014
- Superseded the Sony RX100 II
- Replacement is Sony RX100 IV
Sony HX9V vs Sony RX100 III Overview
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.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Sony HX9V vs Sony RX100 III Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Sony RX100 III
HX9V | RX100 III |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 III over the Sony HX9V
RX100 III | HX9V | |||
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Launched | May 2014 | July 2011 | More modern by 34 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 921k | Clearer display (+308k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Sony HX9V and Sony RX100 III
HX9V | RX100 III | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Sony HX9V vs Sony RX100 III Physical Comparison
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.
Sony HX9V vs Sony RX100 III Sensor Comparison
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.
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Sony HX9V vs Sony RX100 III Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2014-05-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | BIONZ | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p/120p), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 245g (0.54 pounds) | 290g (0.64 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 67 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 495 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BG1 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, self-portrait, continuous) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $328 | $748 |