Sony NEX-3 vs Sony H90

In this article, we will be evaluating the Sony NEX-3 versus Sony H90, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Sony. The resolution of the NEX-3 (14MP) and the H90 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the NEX-3 (APS-C) and H90 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The NEX-3 was unveiled 21 months earlier than the H90 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H90 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the NEX-3 grades vs the H90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha NEX-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The full galleries are provided at Sony NEX-3 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Sony NEX-3 enjoys physical dimensions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs) while the Sony H90 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony NEX-3 versus Sony H90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the NEX-3 versus the H90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the NEX-3 and H90 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NEX-3 and H90.

To sum up, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NEX-3 using its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Sony H90 will show more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged NEX-3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.