Sony HX90V vs Sony WX500

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Sony HX90V versus Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are created by Sony. The resolution of the HX90V (18MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HX90V was unveiled about the same time to the WX500 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the HX90V matches up vs the WX500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The full galleries are available at Sony HX90V Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Sony HX90V offers outer measurements 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 WX500 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check the Sony HX90V versus Sony WX500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the HX90V against the WX500.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the HX90V and WX500 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The pic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX90V and WX500.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files although you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration.