Nikon L610 vs Sony HX90V

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon L610 versus Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L610 was released 3 years prior to the HX90V and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short view of how the L610 scores versus the HX90V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L610 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L610 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon L610 provides outer dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon L610 versus Sony HX90V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the L610 compared to the HX90V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L610 and HX90V is 90 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L610 and HX90V.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony HX90V to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older L610 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.