Nikon S630 vs Sony HX90V

Lets look more closely at the Nikon S630 versus Sony HX90V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the S630 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S630 was introduced 7 years prior to the HX90V and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the S630 matches up against the HX90V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S630 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S630 offers outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S630 versus Sony HX90V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S630 versus the HX90V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S630 and HX90V is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S630 and HX90V.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony HX90V to provide you with extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The older S630 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.