Sony HX9V vs Sony W810
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Sony HX9V vs Sony W810 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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 - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
- Announced January 2014
Sony HX9V vs Sony W810 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Sony HX9V and Sony W810, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both offered by Sony. The image resolution of the HX9V (16MP) and the W810 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe HX9V was brought out 3 years prior to the W810 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the HX9V scores against the W810 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony HX9V vs Sony W810 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The entire galleries are provided at Sony HX9V Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Sony W810
HX9V | W810 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Sony HX9V
W810 | HX9V | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | July 2011 | Newer by 30 months |
Common features in the Sony HX9V and Sony W810
HX9V | W810 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Sony HX9V vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Sony HX9V has got outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony W810 has specifications of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Analyze the Sony HX9V and Sony W810 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the HX9V against the W810.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX9V and W810 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Sony HX9V vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HX9V and W810.
As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony W810 to give you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged HX9V is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Sony HX9V vs Sony W810 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony HX9V vs Sony W810 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | BIONZ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 27-162mm (6.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.20 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245 gr (0.54 lb) | 111 gr (0.24 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BG1 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $328 | $100 |