Canon SX620 HS vs Pentax W90

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon SX620 HS versus Pentax W90, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and W90 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was unveiled 6 years later than the W90 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SX620 HS grades versus the W90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Pentax Optio W90. The full galleries are available at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX620 HS enjoys outer dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has proportions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SX620 HS vs the W90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and W90 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX620 HS and W90.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX620 HS to produce greater detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger SX620 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.