Sony HX90V vs Sony A99

The following is a in-depth overview of the Sony HX90V and Sony A99, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are sold by Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the HX90V (18MP) and A99 (24MP) and the HX90V (1/2.3") and A99 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The HX90V was brought out 2 years after the A99 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera and the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the HX90V matches up against the A99 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V & Sony SLT-A99. The entire galleries are provided at Sony HX90V Gallery & Sony A99 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony HX90V features outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony A99 has specifications of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the HX90V against the A99.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX90V and A99 is 91 and 57 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX90V and A99.

To sum up, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The HX90V due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A99 will give extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The younger HX90V is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.