Sony H70 vs Sony HX90V

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Sony H70 vs Sony HX90V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the H70 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The H70 was launched 5 years before the HX90V which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the H70 scores against the HX90V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony H70 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Sony H70 comes with outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony H70 vs Sony HX90V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the H70 vs the HX90V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the H70 and HX90V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the H70 and HX90V.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX90V to show extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged H70 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.