Sony HX90V vs Sony W510

Following is a extended analysis of the Sony HX90V and Sony W510, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are designed by Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the HX90V (18MP) and W510 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HX90V was manufactured 4 years after the W510 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the HX90V scores against the W510 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The entire galleries are provided at Sony HX90V Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Sony HX90V has physical 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 W510 has specifications of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Sony HX90V and Sony W510 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the HX90V compared to the W510.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the HX90V and W510 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the HX90V and W510.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX90V to provide greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern HX90V will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.