Sony HX9V vs Sony W560

In this article, we are comparing the Sony HX9V vs Sony W560, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX9V (16MP) and the W560 (14MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX9V was revealed 7 months after the W560 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the HX9V grades vs the W560 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The full galleries are provided at Sony HX9V Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony HX9V offers outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony W560 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the HX9V compared to the W560.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the HX9V and W560 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the HX9V and W560.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX9V to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern HX9V is going to have an edge in sensor technology.