Sony HX90V vs Sony W690

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Sony HX90V versus Sony W690, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Sony. The resolution of the HX90V (18MP) and the W690 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HX90V was announced 3 years after the W690 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the HX90V matches up against the W690 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX90V Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony HX90V offers external measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony W690 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the HX90V compared to the W690.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the HX90V and W690 is 91 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the HX90V and W690.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony HX90V to give extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger HX90V provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.