Olympus 6020 vs Sony H90

Lets take a deeper look at the Olympus 6020 and Sony H90, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The image resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the H90 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 6020 was revealed 3 years earlier than the H90 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 6020 grades against the H90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus 6020 comes with outside measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony H90 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 6020 and Sony H90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the 6020 versus the H90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6020 and H90 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 6020 and H90.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony H90 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged 6020 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.