Sony H50 vs Sony H90

On this page, we will be contrasting the Sony H50 and Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are sold by Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the H50 (9MP) and H90 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The H50 was revealed 4 years earlier than the H90 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the H50 scores against the H90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The full galleries are available at Sony H50 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Sony H50 has external dimensions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") along with a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs) and 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).

Check out the Sony H50 and Sony H90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the H50 vs the H90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the H50 and H90 is 69 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The picture underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the H50 and H90.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony H90 to result in extra detail because of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged H50 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.