Nikon A10 vs Sony HX90V

Here, we are contrasting the Nikon A10 and Sony HX90V, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the A10 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A10 was announced 10 months later than the HX90V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon A10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the A10 scores vs the HX90V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon A10 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon A10 provides outer dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Nikon A10 and Sony HX90V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the A10 and the HX90V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A10 and HX90V is 94 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A10 and HX90V.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX90V to resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern A10 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.