Olympus 7000 vs Sony HX90V

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus 7000 vs Sony HX90V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the 7000 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 7000 was brought out 7 years earlier than the HX90V which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 7000 matches up vs the HX90V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 7000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus 7000 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus 7000 features outside dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 172 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has sizing 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 Olympus 7000 vs Sony HX90V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the 7000 and the HX90V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 7000 and HX90V is 94 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7000 and HX90V.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony HX90V to render greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged 7000 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.