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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX60V vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V

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SonyCyber-shot DSC-HX60VSonyCyber-shot DSC-HX9V
Overview
ReleasedMarch 2014March 2011
Image and sensor
Camera typeCompactCompact
Sensor format1/2.3-type1/2.3-type
Sensor typeBack-illuminated Exmor R CMOSBack-illuminated Exmor R CMOS
Effective resolution20.4 MP16.2 MP
Largest image5184 × 38884608 × 3456
RAW recordingNoNo
Standard ISO range80–3200100–3200
Sensor detail1/2.3-type Exmor R CMOS with approximately 21.1 million total photosites; optical format is distinct from physical sensor dimensions1/2.3-type progressive-scan Exmor R CMOS; 16.8 million total and 16.2 million effective photosites. Optical format is distinct from physical sensor dimensions
Image formatsJPEG Fine or Standard; no RAW. 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 and square stills plus stitched Sweep PanoramaJPEG still images and MPF 3D images; no RAW. High-resolution Sweep Panorama produces stitched 10480 × 4096 images, distinct from single-frame resolution
ISO detailOrdinary single-frame ISO 80–3200. Multi-shot Noise Reduction extends to ISO 6400 and 12800 using interpolation and composite exposures–
Image processorBIONZ XBIONZ
Lens and shooting
Built-in lens24–720 mm equivalent24–384 mm equivalent
Maximum aperturef/3.5–6.3f/3.3–5.9
Optical zoom30×16×
StabilisationOptical lens stabilisationOptical lens stabilisation
Maximum continuous burst10 fps10 fps
Lens detailSony G lens, 11 elements in 10 groups including 5 aspherical elements; actual 4.3–129 mm, five-blade iris. Clear Image Zoom extends reach digitallySony G lens; actual 4.28–68.48 mm; 10 elements in 7 groups including 4 aspherical elements. Equivalent range is 24–384 mm for 4:3 stills and 26–416 mm for 16:9 stills
AutofocusAF-S, semi-manual and manual focus; AF-C in Advanced Sports and movie modes only. Nine-point wide, centre and flexible spot S/M/L areas with Lock-on AF. Minimum focus from lens front approximately 5 cm wide or 200 cm telephotoNine-area multi AF, centre AF, flexible spot, tracking, semi-manual and manual focus; AF illuminator. Focus distance from lens front approximately 5 cm at wide angle and 120 cm at telephoto
ShutterMechanical shutter: Intelligent Auto 4–1/1600 second, Program 1–1/1600, Manual and shutter-priority 30–1/1600, aperture-priority 8–1/1600. Above ISO 3200 the slowest shutter is 1/4 secondAuto 2–1/1600 second, Program 1–1/1600 and Manual 30–1/1600
Burst detailApproximately 10 full-resolution photographs per second, up to ten frames; rate falls with internal or external flash and some modes prohibit burstsUp to ten full-resolution images at 10 fps, or up to 2 fps in Low mode. Focus, white balance and exposure are fixed from the first frame and flash is disabled. Internal-memory bursts are VGA; a compatible memory card is needed for full-resolution bursts
Stabilisation detailOptical still-image stabilisation; Intelligent Active movie mode combines optical and electronic correction including rotationOptical SteadyShot with Standard and Active movie modes; the movie field of view changes with stabilisation mode
FlashBuilt-in pop-up flash and Multi Interface Shoe for compatible external flash. ISO Auto range approximately 0.25–5.6 m wide or 2.0–3.0 m telephoto; rear sync and wireless control with compatible external flashBuilt-in pop-up flash; Auto, forced, off and slow-sync modes. ISO Auto range approximately 0.25–5.6 m wide and 1.2–3 m telephoto
Exposure controlsProgram, aperture-priority, shutter-priority, Manual, Memory Recall, Auto and scene modes. Multi-pattern, centre-weighted and spot metering; ±2 EV in 1/3 EV steps with dedicated exposure-compensation dialIntelligent Auto, Superior Auto, Program and Manual plus scene modes; no aperture or shutter priority. Manual selects f/3.3 or f/8 at wide angle and f/5.9 or f/14 at telephoto using an internal ND filter. Multi-pattern, centre-weighted and spot metering; ±2 EV in 1/3 EV steps
Video
Highest video resolution1920 × 1080 at 60 fps1920 × 1080 at 60 fps
Video detailJapan specifies AVCHD 1920 × 1080 at 60p/28 Mbps, 60i/24 or 17 Mbps, and 24p/24 or 17 Mbps. PAL-region rates include 50p, as documented by the UK review. Main rate represents the 60p version. MP4 1440 × 1080 or VGA at 30 fps; optical zoom during filming. AVCHD clips approximately 29 minutes; MP4 12 Mbps clips approximately 15 minutes due to 2 GB limit. 4K HDMI output is for still photographs, not 4K recordingRegion-dependent 1920 × 1080 at 60p or 50p, 28 Mbps; the main frame rate represents the 60p-compatible version. FX and FH record 1920 × 1080 at 60i or 50i, 24 or 17 Mbps; HQ records 1440 × 1080 interlaced at 9 Mbps. Interlaced rates count fields, not progressive frames. MP4 records 1440 × 1080, 1280 × 720 or VGA at 30 fps or 25 fps according to region; optical zoom available while filming
AudioAVCHD Dolby Digital stereo or MP4 AAC-LC stereo; microphone reference-level adjustmentBuilt-in stereo microphone and mono playback speaker; Dolby Digital audio for AVCHD and AAC for MP4
Screen and viewfinder
ViewfinderNoneNone
Screen size3″3″
Screen dots921,000921,000
TouchscreenNoNo
Display detailFixed 4:3 Xtra Fine TFT LCD, approximately 921000 dots; five-step brightness adjustment and no touchscreenFixed Xtra Fine TFT LCD with approximately 921000 dots and adjustable brightness; no viewfinder
Connections and design
Wi-FiYes–
Battery life (maker's claim)380 photographs300 photographs
Body weight246 g215 g
Release detailSony Japan’s 12 February 2014 announcement specifies sale on 7 March 2014; March precision retained without treating the Japanese day as a confirmed international first-sale daySony Japan's original 7 February 2011 announcement specifies sale on 11 March 2011. March precision is retained without treating that Japanese day as a confirmed international first day; Sony Hong Kong specifies mid-April 2011
Recording mediaMemory Stick Duo, PRO Duo, PRO-HG Duo and XC-HG Duo; SD, SDHC and SDXC. Memory Stick Micro and microSD/HC/XC require adaptersApproximately 19 MB internal memory; Memory Stick Duo, PRO Duo and PRO-HG Duo plus SD, SDHC and SDXC
PortsMulti/Micro USB with Hi-Speed USB 2.0, micro HDMI and Multi Interface Shoe; HDMI audio during playback onlyProprietary multi terminal for USB, AV and DC input; Hi-Speed USB 2.0; separate mini HDMI terminal
Wireless connections2.4 GHz IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, NFC Forum Type 3 tag and GPS location logging. Maker specifies GPS only, without a compass. HX60 without V is a distinct non-GPS modelGPS and digital compass record position and shooting direction. TransferJet requires a compatible optional Memory Stick; Eye-Fi card support is distinct from built-in Wi-Fi
Battery life detailNP-BX1; maker CIPA claim approximately 380 photographs or 190 minutes. Actual movie use approximately 55 minutes or continuous movie use 90 minutes, with individual clip limitsNP-BG1 supplied; NP-FG1 also supported. Maker CIPA claim approximately 300 photographs or 150 minutes; continuous movie recording approximately 70 minutes
ChargingIn-camera USB charging; USB external power supported using optional AC-UD10 adapterUSB charging through the supplied AC adapter; USB power supply also supported during playback
Dimensions108.1 × 63.6 × 38.3 mm (width × height × depth), CIPAApproximately 104.8 × 59 × 33.9 mm (width × height × depth)
Weight detailApproximately 246 g camera only, or 272 g including NP-BX1 and Memory Stick DuoApproximately 215 g camera only, or 245 g including NP-BG1 and Memory Stick Duo
ColoursBlack in Sony Japan launchBlack and gold in Sony Japan's announcement; official photograph shows both finishes
In the boxNP-BX1, AC-UB10C/UB10D adapter, micro USB cable, wrist strap, shoe cap and instructions; regional mains fittings varyNP-BG1 battery, AC adapter, multi USB cable, wrist strap, software CD and instructions; mains fittings vary by region

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