Sony H55 vs Sony HX9V

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Sony H55 vs Sony HX9V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Sony. The image resolution of the H55 (14MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The H55 was announced 13 months earlier than the HX9V making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the H55 grades vs the HX9V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are provided at Sony H55 Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony H55 provides external measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the H55 vs the HX9V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the H55 and HX9V is 92 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the H55 and HX9V.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony HX9V to resolve greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged H55 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.