Sony HX30V vs Sony HX90V

Here, we will be contrasting the Sony HX30V versus Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are built by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX30V (18MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX30V was manufactured 4 years prior to the HX90V and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the HX30V scores against the HX90V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony HX30V Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Sony HX30V has got outer dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Sony HX30V versus Sony HX90V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the HX30V versus the HX90V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HX30V and HX90V is 90 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the HX30V and HX90V.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of files however you would want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older HX30V will be behind in sensor innovation.