Sony H90 vs Sony RX10 IV

Here, we are evaluating the Sony H90 versus Sony RX10 IV, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Sony. The resolution of the H90 (16MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is fairly similar but the H90 (1/2.3") and RX10 IV (1") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The H90 was announced 6 years before the RX10 IV which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sony H90 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 IV being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the H90 grades versus the RX10 IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The whole galleries are provided at Sony H90 Gallery and Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony H90 features physical dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony RX10 IV has measurements of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") along with a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

Check the Sony H90 versus Sony RX10 IV in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the H90 versus the RX10 IV.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the H90 and RX10 IV is 91 and 52 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the H90 and RX10 IV.

As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The H90 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Sony RX10 IV will deliver greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged H90 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.