Sony HX100V vs Sony HX90V

Here is a detailed analysis of the Sony HX100V and Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the HX100V (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX100V was announced 4 years before the HX90V and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the HX100V scores against the HX90V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX100V Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Sony HX100V has got exterior measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX100V and Sony HX90V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the HX100V vs the HX90V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX100V and HX90V is 66 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX100V and HX90V.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX90V to render more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older HX100V will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.