Sony HX90V vs Sony RX10

Here is a detailed overview of the Sony HX90V versus Sony RX10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Sony. The resolution of the HX90V (18MP) and the RX10 (20MP) is pretty similar but the HX90V (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") boast different sensor sizing.

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The HX90V was revealed 13 months later than the RX10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the HX90V matches up against the RX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The full galleries are available at Sony HX90V Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony HX90V offers external measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 has measurements of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") along with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the HX90V against the RX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the HX90V and RX10 is 91 and 58 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the HX90V and RX10.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The HX90V with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony RX10 will offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The younger HX90V provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.