Olympus E-PL6 vs Sony HX90V

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus E-PL6 versus Sony HX90V, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the E-PL6 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is relatively close but the E-PL6 (Four Thirds) and HX90V (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The E-PL6 was announced 8 months earlier than the HX90V so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-PL6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the E-PL6 scores vs the HX90V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL6 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-PL6 comes with exterior dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Olympus E-PL6 versus Sony HX90V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the E-PL6 against the HX90V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL6 and HX90V is 88 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The image below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PL6 and HX90V.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The E-PL6 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony HX90V will render extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged E-PL6 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.