Sony H55 vs Sony H90

Lets look a little more in depth at the Sony H55 versus Sony H90, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The sensor resolution of the H55 (14MP) and the H90 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The H55 was announced 20 months earlier than the H90 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the H55 grades against the H90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The whole galleries are provided at Sony H55 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Sony H55 comes with physical measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 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).

Check the Sony H55 versus Sony H90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the H55 and the H90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the H55 and H90 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the H55 and H90.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony H90 to render greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged H55 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.