Sony H90 vs Sony HX9V
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![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H90/Sony-H90-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX9V/Sony-HX9V-front.jpg)
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Sony H90 vs Sony HX9V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 222g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
- Revealed July 2011
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Sony H90 vs Sony HX9V Overview
Below is a extensive overview of the Sony H90 versus Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both offered by Sony. The image resolution of the H90 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The H90 was launched 8 months later than the HX9V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the H90 scores versus the HX9V for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Sony H90 vs Sony HX9V Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony H90 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony H90 over the Sony HX9V
H90 | HX9V | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Sony H90
HX9V | H90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Sony H90 and Sony HX9V
H90 | HX9V | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Sony H90 vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Sony H90 offers external measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Sony H90 versus Sony HX9V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the H90 compared to the HX9V.
![Sony H90 vs Sony HX9V size comparison Sony H90 vs Sony HX9V size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H90-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX9V-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the H90 and HX9V is 91 and 91 respectively.
![Sony H90 vs Sony HX9V top view buttons comparison Sony H90 vs Sony HX9V top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H90-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX9V-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony H90 vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The graphic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the H90 and HX9V.
Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger H90 should have an edge in sensor tech.
![Sony H90 vs Sony HX9V sensor size comparison Sony H90 vs Sony HX9V sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H90-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX9V-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony H90 vs Sony HX9V Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony H90 vs Sony HX9V Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony H90 vs Sony HX9V Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H90-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX9V-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Sony H90 vs Sony HX9V Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-02-28 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | BIONZ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.70 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 gr (0.49 pounds) | 245 gr (0.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-BG1 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $230 | $328 |