Canon A3300 IS vs Sony H90

Here is a extensive analysis of the Canon A3300 IS versus Sony H90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3300 IS was revealed 13 months earlier than the H90 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the A3300 IS matches up against the H90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A3300 IS features outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony H90 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A3300 IS versus Sony H90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the A3300 IS compared to the H90.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A3300 IS and H90 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The visual here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A3300 IS and H90.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older A3300 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.