Sony H300 vs Sony HX90V

In this article, we are looking at the Sony H300 versus Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are built by Sony. The image resolution of the H300 (20MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The H300 was announced 14 months prior to the HX90V making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the H300 matches up versus the HX90V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony H300 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony H300 features physical measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Sony H300 versus Sony HX90V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the H300 compared to the HX90V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the H300 and HX90V is 63 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the H300 and HX90V.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony H300 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged H300 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.