Olympus E-5 vs Sony H90

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus E-5 versus Sony H90, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-5 (12MP) and H90 (16MP) and the E-5 (Four Thirds) and H90 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-5 was launched 13 months before the H90 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony H90 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the E-5 scores against the H90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus E-5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-5 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus E-5 enjoys physical measurements of 143mm x 117mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Sony H90 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-5 versus Sony H90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-5 and the H90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-5 and H90 is 58 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-5 and H90.

Clearly, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-5 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony H90 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged E-5 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.