Sony H90 vs Sony W830

Here, we will be looking at the Sony H90 vs Sony W830, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both sold by Sony. The resolution of the H90 (16MP) and the W830 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The H90 was introduced 22 months prior to the W830 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony H90 being a Compact camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the H90 scores vs the W830 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The whole galleries are available at Sony H90 Gallery & Sony W830 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Sony H90 has physical dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony W830 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony H90 vs Sony W830 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the H90 and the W830.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the H90 and W830 is 91 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the H90 and W830.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony W830 to offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older H90 is going to be behind in sensor technology.