Sony HX90V vs Sony HX99
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Sony HX90V vs Sony HX99 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 245g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Introduced April 2015
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3-inch Sensor
- 3.00" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 242g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Announced September 2018
Sony HX90V vs Sony HX99 Overview
Following is a detailed assessment of the Sony HX90V vs Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the HX90V (18MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is very similar but the HX90V (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) offer different sensor size.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe HX90V was brought out 4 years earlier than the HX99 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the HX90V matches up versus the HX99 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony HX90V vs Sony HX99 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The entire galleries are provided at Sony HX90V Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX90V over the Sony HX99
HX90V | HX99 |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX99 over the Sony HX90V
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Announced | September 2018 | April 2015 | More modern by 41 months | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony HX90V and Sony HX99
HX90V | HX99 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3.00" | Equal display size | |
Display resolution | 921k | 921k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies |
Sony HX90V vs Sony HX99 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX90V enjoys outside dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).
Analyze the Sony HX90V vs Sony HX99 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the HX90V vs the HX99.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the HX90V and HX99 is 91 and 91 respectively.
Sony HX90V vs Sony HX99 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The image below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX90V and HX99.
To sum up, both the cameras provide the same resolution but different sensor sizes. The HX90V includes the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult. The more aged HX90V is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Sony HX90V vs Sony HX99 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-04-14 | 2018-09-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz X | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3-inch |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-6.4 | f/3.5-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3.00 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 638k dot | 638k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.5x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.40 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, slow sync, flash off, rear sync | Auto, flash on, slow sync, flash off, rear sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p, 120p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | AVCHD, XAVC S | AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 | 245 grams (0.54 lbs) | 242 grams (0.53 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
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 | 360 pictures | 360 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BX1 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $440 | $469 |