Sony HX50V vs Sony T90
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Sony HX50V vs Sony T90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Introduced April 2013
- Older Model is Sony HX30V
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
- Released February 2009
Sony HX50V vs Sony T90 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Sony HX50V and Sony T90, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are created by Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the HX50V (20MP) and T90 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe HX50V was unveiled 4 years later than the T90 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the HX50V scores vs the T90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony HX50V vs Sony T90 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The full galleries are available at Sony HX50V Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Sony T90
HX50V | T90 | |||
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Released | April 2013 | February 2009 | More recent by 51 months | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Sony HX50V
T90 | HX50V | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony HX50V and Sony T90
HX50V | T90 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Sony HX50V vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX50V has got physical dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony T90 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Sony HX50V and Sony T90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the HX50V versus the T90.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX50V and T90 is 89 and 96 respectively.
Sony HX50V vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through specifications. The photograph below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX50V and T90.
Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX50V to give you extra detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern HX50V will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Sony HX50V vs Sony T90 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-04-24 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 2920 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5 - 6.3 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | XtraFine LCD display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 272 gr (0.60 pounds) | 148 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-BX1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $439 | $259 |