Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Both cameras were introduced in February 2012. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V Highlights

      • 18.2 MP 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 922k dot Fixed Screen
      • 10.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-in GPS

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V Highlights

      • 18.2 MP 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 922k dot Fixed Screen
      • 10.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-in GPS
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V
      4. Advantage of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V.

      PROS

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Light - 234 g (0.52 lb / 8.25 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 254 g (0.56 lb / 8.96 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1600 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1600 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      •   Sensor Resolution - 18.2 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   Sensor Resolution - 18.2 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps

      Advantage of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony HX10V
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V.

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V
      Cheaper $330 vs $420
      Reaches Wider Angle 24 mm vs 25 mm
      Lighter 234 g (0.52 lb / 8.25 oz) vs 254 g (0.56 lb / 8.96 oz)

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V.

      Sony HX90V
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      1/2.3-inch

      18.2 MP

      Sony HX99
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      1/2.3-inch

      18.2 MP

      Sony HX20V
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      1/2.3-inch

      18.2 MP

      Sony HX50V
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      1/2.3-inch

      20.4 MP

      Sony HX80
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      1/2.3-inch

      18.2 MP

      Canon R8
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Panasonic G9
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      Micro Four Thirds

      20.33 MP

      Sony a7R IV
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      Full Frame

      61.0 MP

      Advantage of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      Sony HX30V
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V.

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Reachs More Telephoto 400 mm vs 500 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 16.7x vs 20x
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/3.3 vs f/3.2
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/5.9 vs f/5.8
      Min Macro Focus Distance 5 cm vs 1 cm
      Built-In Wi-Fi Eye-Fi Connection possible vs
      Internal Storage 19 MB vs 105 MB

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V.

      Sony HX50V
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      1/2.3-inch

      20.4 MP

      Sony HX99
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      1/2.3-inch

      18.2 MP

      Sony HX20V
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      1/2.3-inch

      18.2 MP

      Sony HX90V
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      1/2.3-inch

      18.2 MP

      Sony HX80
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      1/2.3-inch

      18.2 MP

      Canon 70D
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Canon Rebel T5
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V
        Cheap$330$420
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO12,80012,800
        Face Detection
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        HDMI Output
        Built-in GPS
        Light234 g (0.52 lb / 8.25 oz)254 g (0.56 lb / 8.96 oz)
        Internal Storage19 MB105 MB
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inch1/2.3-inch
        Timelapse Recording
        Few Focus Points99
        Few Cross-type Focus Points00
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        No Viewfinder
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/1600 sec1/1600 sec
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801920 x 1080
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing
        Short Battery Life320 shots320 shots

      Screen

      Screen

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V have 3.0" Fixed screens with 922k dot resolution.

      Sensor

      BSI-CMOS Sensor

      Both models feature a 18.2 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Their native ISO range is 100 - 12,800

      The cameras have BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

      Photography Features

      Cameras are equipped with BIONZ processor and can take pictures up to 4896 x 3672 resolution. They can also take pictures with lower resolutions like 4912 x 1080, 4896 x 2752, 3648 x 2736, 3424 x 1920, 2592 x 1944, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in GPS

      Cameras have built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in GPS.


      Built-in Wi-Fi on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Both cameras have HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V come with NP-BG1 battery pack with battery life of 320 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/1600 sec on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V, and up to 1/1600 sec on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. Cameras can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 5.30 m on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and 7.10 m on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V..

      Physical Parameters

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V body has dimensions of 105 x 60 x 34 mm (4.13 x 2.36 x 1.34") and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V body has dimensions of 107 x 62 x 35 mm (4.21 x 2.44 x 1.38"). Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V weighs 234 g (0.52 lb / 8.25 oz) and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V weighs 254 g (0.56 lb / 8.96 oz).

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

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      107 mm

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      Size comparisons of Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      AVERAGE
      67
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      67
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      AVERAGE
      67
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      67
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      GOOD
      70
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      70
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      GOOD
      84
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 234 g (0.52 lb / 8.25 oz)
      GOOD
      83
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 254 g (0.56 lb / 8.96 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 234 g (0.52 lb / 8.25 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 254 g (0.56 lb / 8.96 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V and give them scores of 60 and 63 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
      63

      Sensor

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      AVERAGE
      67
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 18.2 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      67
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 18.2 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      AVERAGE
      62
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1600 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1600 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 10.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      AVERAGE
      66
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      GOOD
      79
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

      Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V

      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 234 g (0.52 lb / 8.25 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      •   Internal Storage
      POOR
      43
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 254 g (0.56 lb / 8.96 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 320 shots
      •   Internal Storage


      For a full specification list please go to the specifications page:

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