Canon SX170 IS vs Sony HX90V

Here is a detailed comparison of the Canon SX170 IS versus Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was manufactured 20 months before the HX90V which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX170 IS grades vs the HX90V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX170 IS provides exterior dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX170 IS and the HX90V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX170 IS and HX90V is 88 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX170 IS and HX90V.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX90V to result in greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older SX170 IS will be behind in sensor technology.