Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V

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    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
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    Overview

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V was announced in 2012 and is a 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) Standard Compact camera with 18.2 Megapixel BSI-CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 100 to 12,800. The camera has a Fixed 3.0" screen with 922k dot resolution. It has an image stabilization.

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V can capture video up to 1920 x 1080 resolution.

    Table of Contents
    1. Overview
    2. Pros and Cons
    3. Successor
    4. Screen
    5. Sensor
    6. Photography Features
    7. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
    8. Other Features
    9. Physical Parameters
    10. For Different Types of Photography
    11. Evaluation
    12. Specifications  

    Here is the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HXxx series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HXxx series lineup
    Model Date Sensor Native ISO Screen Price
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    		September
    2018    		 18.2 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 80 - 12,800 Tilting 3.0"
    921k dot
    Touchscreen
    Image cannot be found Sony HX80
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    		March
    2016    		 18.2 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 80 - 3,200 Tilting 3.0"
    922k dot
    Image cannot be found Sony HX90V
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    		April
    2015    		 18.2 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 80 - 12,800 Tilting 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Sony HX50V
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    		April
    2013    		 20.4 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    921k dot
    Image cannot be found Sony HX20V
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    		July
    2012    		 18.2 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 12,800 Fixed 3.0"
    922k dot
    Image cannot be found Sony HX30V
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    		February
    2012    		 18.2 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 12,800 Fixed 3.0"
    922k dot
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    2012    		 18.2 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 12,800 Fixed 3.0"
    922k dot

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99 vs Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 vs Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V vs Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V vs Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V vs Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V.

    Pros and Cons

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

    PROS

    •   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

    CONS

    •   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

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

    AVERAGE

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

    Successor

    In 2012 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V was replaced by Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and its successor.

    UPGRADES Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V
    Selective Autofocus vs
    Reachs More Telephoto 500 mm vs 400 mm
    Greater Optical Zoom 20x vs 16.7x
    Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/3.2 vs f/3.3
    Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/5.8 vs f/5.9
    Min Macro Focus Distance 1 cm vs 5 cm
    Internal Storage 105 MB vs 19 MB
    DOWNGRADES Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V
    More Expensive $400 vs $330
    Reaches Less Wide Angle 25 mm vs 24 mm
    Built-in Microphone Mono vs Stereo
    Heavier 254 g (0.56 lb / 8.96 oz) vs 234 g (0.52 lb / 8.25 oz)

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V vs Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V.

    Screen

    Fixed screen

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V has a 3.0" Fixed screen with 922k dot resolution.

    Sensor

    BSI-CMOS Sensor

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V features 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. Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,800.

    The camera has 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

    Camera is equipped with BIONZ processor and can take pictures up to 4896 x 3672 resolution. It 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 camera has an image stabilization.

    Check out the 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 HX30V
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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

    Nikon Z8
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    Full Frame

    45.7 MP

    Sony a6100
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    APS-C

    24.2 MP

    Canon R8
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    Full Frame

    24.2 MP

    Canon R50
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    APS-C

    24.2 MP

    Canon R7
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    APS-C

    32.5 MP

    Panasonic G9
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    Micro Four Thirds

    20.33 MP

    Connectivity, Battery and Storage

    Built-in GPS

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V has a 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.


    USB Input and HDMI Output

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer. There is an HDMI connector for video signal output.


    Battery

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


    Internal Storage and External Storage Slots

    The camera has 19 MB internal storage and a single SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo card slot.

    Other Features

    Shutter

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V's shutter speed can go up to 1/1600 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.


    Flash

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V has a built-in flash with maximum range of 5.30 m.

    Physical Parameters

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V has dimensions of 105 x 60 x 34 mm (4.13 x 2.36 x 1.34"). It weighs 234 g (0.52 lb / 8.25 oz), so it is a lightweight camera.

    105 mm (4.13")

    60 mm (2.36")

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    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V dimensions

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

    We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V is suitable for six different types of photography.


    Landscape Photography

    AVERAGE
    64

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V gets a score of 64 and is AVERAGE choice for Landscape photography.

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

    Sports Photography

    AVERAGE
    67

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V gets a score of 67 and is AVERAGE choice for Sports photography.

    •   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

    AVERAGE
    67

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V gets a score of 67 and is AVERAGE choice for Wildlife photography.

    •   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

    GOOD
    70

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V gets a score of 70 and is GOOD choice for Portrait photography.

    •   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

    GOOD
    84

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V gets a score of 84 and is GOOD choice for Street photography.

    •   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)

    Travel Photography

    EXCELLENT
    88

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V gets a score of 88 and is EXCELLENT choice for Travel photography.

    •   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

    Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V Evaluation

    We evaluate Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and give score of 60 out of 100. 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.


    OVERALL
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    Sensor

    AVERAGE
    67

    We give Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V a score of 67 for Sensor parameters.

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

    Photo

    AVERAGE
    62

    We give Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V a score of 62 for Photo parameters.

    •   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

    POOR
    46

    We give Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V a score of 46 for Video parameters.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

    Focusing

    AVERAGE
    63

    We give Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V a score of 63 for Focusing parameters.

    •   9 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Face Detection

    Screen and Viewfinder

    AVERAGE
    57

    We give Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V a score of 57 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.

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

    Connectivity

    AVERAGE
    66

    We give Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V a score of 66 for Connectivity parameters.

    •   HDMI Output
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   Built-in GPS
    •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth

    Battery, Storage and Physical

    POOR
    43

    We give Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V a score of 43 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.

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


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