Sony A290 vs Sony HX90V

Following is a extensive assessment of the Sony A290 versus Sony HX90V, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the A290 (14MP) and HX90V (18MP) and the A290 (APS-C) and HX90V (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The A290 was revealed 5 years prior to the HX90V which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the A290 scores vs the HX90V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are provided at Sony A290 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony A290 provides exterior measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") having a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Sony A290 versus Sony HX90V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the A290 versus the HX90V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A290 and HX90V is 66 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A290 and HX90V.

As you can see, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The A290 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX90V will render extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged A290 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.