Sony HX9V vs Sony WX300

Let's examine more in depth at the Sony HX9V versus Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both sold by Sony. The image resolution of the HX9V (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX9V was launched 19 months prior to the WX300 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the HX9V scores vs the WX300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The complete galleries are available at Sony HX9V Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony HX9V offers exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony WX300 has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX9V versus Sony WX300 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the HX9V against the WX300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX9V and WX300 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the HX9V and WX300.

Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX300 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older HX9V will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.