Nikon B500 vs Sony HX90V

In this article, we are evaluating the Nikon B500 vs Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the B500 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The B500 was launched 11 months later than the HX90V and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the B500 matches up vs the HX90V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix B500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are available at Nikon B500 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon B500 enjoys outside measurements of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the B500 against the HX90V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the B500 and HX90V is 68 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the B500 and HX90V.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX90V to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The younger B500 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.