Canon SX530 HS vs Sony H90
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Canon SX530 HS vs Sony H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Announced January 2015
- Old Model is Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 222g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Launched February 2012

Canon SX530 HS vs Sony H90 Overview
Below is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX530 HS vs Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX530 HS was released 2 years later than the H90 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony H90 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX530 HS scores vs the H90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX530 HS vs Sony H90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX530 HS over the Sony H90
SX530 HS | H90 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 35 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony H90 over the Canon SX530 HS
H90 | SX530 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX530 HS and Sony H90
SX530 HS | H90 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 461k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Canon SX530 HS vs Sony H90 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX530 HS provides outside dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Sony H90 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX530 HS vs Sony H90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SX530 HS against the H90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and H90 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX530 HS vs Sony H90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The photograph below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX530 HS and H90.
As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger SX530 HS will have an advantage in sensor tech.

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Canon SX530 HS vs Sony H90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | 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 | 1.6 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 442 grams (0.97 lbs) | 222 grams (0.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 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 | 210 pictures | 290 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 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 |
Launch price | $379 | $230 |