Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX90V

Here, we will be analyzing the Samsung WB150F vs Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the WB150F (14MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WB150F was launched 4 years prior to the HX90V which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the WB150F grades against the HX90V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB150F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB150F Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung WB150F comes with external dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the WB150F against the HX90V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB150F and HX90V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The image underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB150F and HX90V.

Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony HX90V to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged WB150F will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.