Canon SX620 HS vs Sony HX90V

Below, we are analyzing the Canon SX620 HS versus Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX620 HS (20MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was introduced 14 months after the HX90V making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX620 HS grades versus the HX90V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX620 HS provides external dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX620 HS versus Sony HX90V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SX620 HS versus the HX90V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX620 HS and HX90V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX620 HS and HX90V.

As you can see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX620 HS to offer you more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern SX620 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.