Canon N vs Sony H90

Let's look much closer at the Canon N versus Sony H90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the N (12MP) and H90 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The N was launched 11 months later than the H90 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the N grades versus the H90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot N and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon N Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon N enjoys exterior measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony H90 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Canon N versus Sony H90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the N versus the H90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the N and H90 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the N and H90.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony H90 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern N should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.