Canon SX130 IS vs Sony H90
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Canon SX130 IS vs Sony H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Launched August 2010
- Replacement is Canon SX150 IS
(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
- Introduced February 2012
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Below, we are contrasting the Canon SX130 IS versus Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and H90 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SX130 IS was released 18 months earlier than the H90 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX130 IS grades versus the H90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX130 IS Gallery & Sony H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Sony H90
| SX130 IS | H90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony H90 over the Canon SX130 IS
| H90 | SX130 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2012 |  | August 2010 | Newer by 18 months |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Sony H90
| SX130 IS | H90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Missing Touch display |
Canon SX130 IS vs Sony H90 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX130 IS enjoys physical measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Sony H90 has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX130 IS versus Sony H90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX130 IS versus the H90.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and H90 is 85 and 91 respectively.
Canon SX130 IS vs Sony H90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX130 IS and H90.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony H90 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged SX130 IS will be behind in sensor tech.
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Canon SX130 IS vs Sony H90 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Sony |
| Model | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2010-08-19 | 2012-02-28 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Digic 4 | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display technology | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated 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 | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 308 gr (0.68 lb) | 222 gr (0.49 lb) |
| Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 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 | - | 290 shots |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $250 | $230 |