Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony HX300 and Sony RX10 II side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony HX300 has external dimensions of 130 x 93 x 103 mm (5.1 x 3.67 x 4.06″) and weighs 623 g (including batteries). Sony RX10 II has external dimensions of 129 x 88 x 102 mm (5.08 x 3.46 x 4.02″) and weighs 813 g (1.79 lb / 28.68 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony HX300 and the Sony RX10 II. Sony RX10 II is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 1mm narrower, 5mm shorter and 1mm thinner than Sony HX300.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony HX300 and Sony RX10 II.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony HX300 and Sony RX10 II.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony HX300 is significantly lighter (190g ) than the Sony RX10 II which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the RX10 II, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the HX300.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Sony HX300 and Sony RX10 II's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Both cameras feature
Tilting screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels.