Sony HX200V vs Sony T90

Here, we will be matching up the Sony HX200V and Sony T90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the HX200V (18MP) and T90 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HX200V was announced 3 years after the T90 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the HX200V scores vs the T90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX200V Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Sony HX200V offers physical measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs) and the Sony T90 has sizing of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Sony HX200V and Sony T90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the HX200V vs the T90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the HX200V and T90 is 66 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing a spec sheet. The image below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX200V and T90.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony HX200V to render greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher HX200V is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.