Sony HX80 vs Sony HX90V

Its time to look closer at the Sony HX80 vs Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are produced by Sony. The resolution of the HX80 (18MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX80 was introduced 11 months after the HX90V which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the HX80 grades against the HX90V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX80 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Sony HX80 enjoys outer dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the HX80 against the HX90V.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HX80 and HX90V is 91 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The image below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX80 and HX90V.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent HX80 will have an edge in sensor tech.