Sony NEX-5R vs Sony H90

Lets examine more closely at the Sony NEX-5R versus Sony H90, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the NEX-5R (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is very similar but the NEX-5R (APS-C) and H90 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The NEX-5R was revealed 7 months later than the H90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H90 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the NEX-5R grades against the H90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha NEX-5R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The full galleries are available at Sony NEX-5R Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Sony NEX-5R features external measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Sony H90 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Sony NEX-5R versus Sony H90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the NEX-5R against the H90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NEX-5R and H90 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NEX-5R and H90.

As you can tell, both cameras have got the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The NEX-5R uses the larger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The newer NEX-5R is going to have an edge in sensor tech.