Canon A1300 vs Sony HX90V

Let's look closer at the Canon A1300 versus Sony HX90V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A1300 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the HX90V and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the A1300 matches up vs the HX90V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are provided at Canon A1300 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A1300 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Canon A1300 versus Sony HX90V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the A1300 versus the HX90V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1300 and HX90V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A1300 and HX90V.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX90V to render greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older A1300 will be behind in sensor tech.