Canon SX520 HS vs Sony H90

The following is a extended analysis of the Canon SX520 HS vs Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was released 2 years after the H90 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX520 HS scores versus the H90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX520 HS comes with outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Sony H90 has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the H90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and H90 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The image underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX520 HS and H90.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX520 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.