Sony H90 vs Sony TX10

On this page, we will be evaluating the Sony H90 vs Sony TX10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both created by Sony. The image resolution of the H90 (16MP) and the TX10 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The H90 was introduced 7 months later than the TX10 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony H90 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX10 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the H90 scores versus the TX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The whole galleries are available at Sony H90 Gallery & Sony TX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Sony H90 has physical 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 TX10 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the H90 against the TX10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the H90 and TX10 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the H90 and TX10.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you might want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern H90 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.