Sony H90 vs Sony RX100 VI

Below, we are analyzing the Sony H90 versus Sony RX100 VI, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both built by Sony. The image resolution of the H90 (16MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is fairly similar but the H90 (1/2.3") and RX100 VI (1") feature different sensor sizes.

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The H90 was announced 7 years prior to the RX100 VI which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony H90 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the H90 scores versus the RX100 VI when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The whole galleries are available at Sony H90 Gallery & Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony H90 enjoys outside measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VI has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the H90 vs the RX100 VI.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the H90 and RX100 VI is 91 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the H90 and RX100 VI.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The H90 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony RX100 VI will offer extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged H90 is going to be behind in sensor technology.