Sony HX9V vs Sony A35

Below is a thorough comparison of the Sony HX9V vs Sony A35, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both created by Sony. The resolution of the HX9V (16MP) and the A35 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the HX9V (1/2.3") and A35 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The HX9V was revealed 2 months earlier than the A35 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the HX9V grades versus the A35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V & Sony SLT-A35. The full galleries are provided at Sony HX9V Gallery & Sony A35 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony HX9V enjoys physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony A35 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the HX9V vs the A35.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the HX9V and A35 is 91 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The visual below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HX9V and A35.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The HX9V uses the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder.