Sony H90 vs Sony TX200V

Following is a comprehensive review of the Sony H90 vs Sony TX200V, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Sony. The resolution of the H90 (16MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The H90 was launched about the same time to the TX200V and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony H90 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the H90 grades vs the TX200V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony H90 Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony H90 has got physical dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony TX200V has proportions of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Sony H90 vs Sony TX200V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the H90 vs the TX200V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the H90 and TX200V is 91 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the H90 and TX200V.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony TX200V to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.