Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony HX20V
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Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony HX20V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
- Announced January 2016
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm XP80
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Launched July 2012
- Old Model is Sony HX10V
- Replacement is Sony HX30V

Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony HX20V Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Fujifilm XP90 and Sony HX20V, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP90 was unveiled 3 years after the HX20V which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm XP90 scores versus the HX20V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony HX20V Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XP90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XP90 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP90 over the Sony HX20V
Fujifilm XP90 | HX20V | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | July 2012 | More modern by 43 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the Fujifilm XP90
HX20V | Fujifilm XP90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper screen (+2k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP90 and Sony HX20V
Fujifilm XP90 | HX20V | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony HX20V Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP90 provides exterior measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm XP90 and Sony HX20V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 and the HX20V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP90 and HX20V is 91 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony HX20V Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The picture below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP90 and HX20V.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX20V to give you more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP90 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony HX20V Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP90 vs Sony HX20V Specifications
Fujifilm XP90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm XP90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2016-01-15 | 2012-07-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) | 7.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 203 grams (0.45 lb) | 254 grams (0.56 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 shots | 320 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45S | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $180 | $397 |