Sony H50 vs Sony HX90V

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Sony H50 and Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both sold by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the H50 (9MP) and HX90V (18MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The H50 was manufactured 7 years earlier than the HX90V which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the H50 grades against the HX90V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The entire galleries are provided at Sony H50 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony H50 enjoys external dimensions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") having a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the H50 versus the HX90V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the H50 and HX90V is 69 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the H50 and HX90V.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony HX90V to give more detail due to its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged H50 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.