Canon SX220 HS vs Sony H90

Here is a thorough comparison of the Canon SX220 HS versus Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and H90 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was introduced 12 months prior to the H90 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX220 HS scores against the H90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon SX220 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Sony H90 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX220 HS features outer dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony H90 has sizing 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 ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX220 HS against the H90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX220 HS and H90 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and H90.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony H90 to result in greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older SX220 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.