Kodak Z990 vs Sony HX9V

Its time to look more closely at the Kodak Z990 vs Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Kodak and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z990 (12MP) and HX9V (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Z990 was introduced 6 months earlier than the HX9V which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Kodak Z990 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Z990 grades vs the HX9V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z990 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z990 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Kodak Z990 comes with physical dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Kodak Z990 vs Sony HX9V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Z990 and the HX9V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z990 and HX9V is 68 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z990 and HX9V.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX9V to resolve greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively.