Sony H55 vs Sony HX90V

On this page, we will be matching up the Sony H55 and Sony HX90V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the H55 (14MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The H55 was announced 5 years before the HX90V which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the H55 grades against the HX90V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are available at Sony H55 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony H55 offers outer dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check the Sony H55 and Sony HX90V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the H55 vs the HX90V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the H55 and HX90V is 92 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the H55 and HX90V.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX90V to resolve extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged H55 is going to be behind in sensor technology.