Sony HX90V vs Sony RX10 II

Let's look closer at the Sony HX90V vs Sony RX10 II, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Sony. The image resolution of the HX90V (18MP) and the RX10 II (20MP) is relatively similar but the HX90V (1/2.3") and RX10 II (1") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The HX90V was announced within a month of the RX10 II so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the HX90V matches up versus the RX10 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The whole galleries are available at Sony HX90V Gallery & Sony RX10 II Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Sony HX90V provides external measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony RX10 II has specifications of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") having a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Contrast the Sony HX90V vs Sony RX10 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the HX90V versus the RX10 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the HX90V and RX10 II is 91 and 58 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The photograph here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX90V and RX10 II.

To sum up, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HX90V using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony RX10 II will offer greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.