Sony HX90V vs Sony RX100

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Sony HX90V versus Sony RX100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the HX90V (18MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is pretty similar but the HX90V (1/2.3") and RX100 (1") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The HX90V was introduced 2 years after the RX100 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the HX90V grades vs the RX100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX90V Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Sony HX90V has got external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony RX100 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX90V versus Sony RX100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the HX90V versus the RX100.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the HX90V and RX100 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The image below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the HX90V and RX100.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The HX90V using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony RX100 will offer you more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer HX90V will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.