Sony HX9V vs Sony A55

Let's examine more closely at the Sony HX9V versus Sony A55, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are offered by Sony. The resolution of the HX9V (16MP) and the A55 (16MP) is relatively similar but the HX9V (1/2.3") and A55 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The HX9V was manufactured 11 months after the A55 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the HX9V scores vs the A55 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V and Sony SLT-A55. The entire galleries are provided at Sony HX9V Gallery and Sony A55 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Sony HX9V features outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony A55 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX9V versus Sony A55 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the HX9V and the A55.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the HX9V and A55 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX9V and A55.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The HX9V offers the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field more challenging. The fresher HX9V will have an advantage in sensor tech.