Canon A4000 IS vs Sony H90
95 Imaging
39 Features
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91 Imaging
39 Features
35 Overall
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Canon A4000 IS vs Sony H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 95 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 222g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Announced February 2012
Canon A4000 IS vs Sony H90 Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Canon A4000 IS vs Sony H90, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the A4000 IS (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe A4000 IS was released within a month of the H90 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the A4000 IS grades against the H90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon A4000 IS vs Sony H90 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A4000 IS Gallery & Sony H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A4000 IS over the Sony H90
A4000 IS | H90 |
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Reasons to pick Sony H90 over the Canon A4000 IS
H90 | A4000 IS | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A4000 IS and Sony H90
A4000 IS | H90 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | February 2012 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Canon A4000 IS vs Sony H90 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A4000 IS comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Sony H90 has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A4000 IS vs Sony H90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the A4000 IS against the H90.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A4000 IS and H90 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Canon A4000 IS vs Sony H90 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The visual underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A4000 IS and H90.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures though you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.
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Canon A4000 IS vs Sony H90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 145 gr (0.32 lb) | 222 gr (0.49 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 175 photographs | 290 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $199 | $230 |