Pentax H90 vs Sony HX99

Following is a detailed review of the Pentax H90 and Sony HX99, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the H90 (12MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the H90 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) posses different sensor measurements.

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The H90 was introduced 9 years prior to the HX99 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the H90 grades vs the HX99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio H90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax H90 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Pentax H90 offers physical measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Look at the Pentax H90 and Sony HX99 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the H90 vs the HX99.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the H90 and HX99 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the H90 and HX99.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The H90 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony HX99 will render extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged H90 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.