Sony H20 vs Sony HX90V

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Sony H20 versus Sony HX90V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the H20 (10MP) and HX90V (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The H20 was brought out 7 years prior to the HX90V which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the H20 grades vs the HX90V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The entire galleries are provided at Sony H20 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Sony H20 provides physical dimensions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Sony H20 versus Sony HX90V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the H20 compared to the HX90V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the H20 and HX90V is 87 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The image below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the H20 and HX90V.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony HX90V to offer you more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged H20 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.