Nikon L28 vs Sony HX90V

Following is a complete review of the Nikon L28 versus Sony HX90V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L28 (20MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L28 was announced 3 years before the HX90V which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the L28 scores vs the HX90V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L28 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L28 has got outside dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L28 versus Sony HX90V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the L28 vs the HX90V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L28 and HX90V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L28 and HX90V.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon L28 to offer greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged L28 is going to be behind in sensor technology.