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Question

Which should I buy, Sony HX9V or Sony TX10?

Aug 14, 2011 8:41PM PDT

Hi All, I'm looking for a new camera to use when I'm travelling. I have just bought a Canon EOS600 for work (youtube and product shots) but dont want to lug a big camera around the world. I have always had Sony Cybershot cameras and have been very happy with them, I currently have a DSC-T10 and am looking to upgrade to something that shoots HD Video and takes better pictures in general given 27" iMac and 106" TV (Full HD projector) are generally what I'm using.

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Sony Cameras
Aug 15, 2011 12:28AM PDT

The two cameras are much alike when considering image quality.

But totally different otherwise.

It is not a matter of comparison between the cameras, it is a matter of what features you want.
And only you can make that decision.

Do you need a lot of optical zoom?
Do you need GPS?
Do you need waterproof?
etc.

I could not find a good sample photo from either of the two cameras but the fact that they both are using 16 megapixel sensors, I would suspect that the photos will be lacking detail (based on other Sony 16 MP cameras).

When you put 16 MP on a sensor size that was originally designed for a 10 MP camera you are going to get excessive noise. The camera manufacturers will use noise reduction firmware in the camera to reduce the noise.
If it is too aggressive, the firmware also removes fine detail.

I suggest you find some good sample photos from each camera and look at the pictures full size.
A scenery shot that includes grass and leaves will be best for determining detail.
While looking full size, look for individual blades of grass/leaves.
What you don't want to see is grass/leaves that look like a big blur.

A camera with good detail will not show you complete blades/leaves but the illusion that they are complete.
Bad fine detail will look like a soft mush.


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Sony Cameras
Aug 15, 2011 9:48AM PDT

I have always thought a larger lens was the most important thing in a good photo which is why I am surprised to see little difference between these cameras.