Sony HX90V vs Sony WX150

Here is a complete review of the Sony HX90V versus Sony WX150, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. The image resolution of the HX90V (18MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HX90V was revealed 3 years later than the WX150 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the HX90V scores versus the WX150 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The full galleries are available at Sony HX90V Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Sony HX90V offers outside dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony WX150 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX90V versus Sony WX150 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the HX90V and the WX150.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the HX90V and WX150 is 91 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The visual here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX90V and WX150.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you may want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The newer HX90V should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.