Pentax K20D vs Sony H90

Below, we will be analyzing the Pentax K20D vs Sony H90, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the K20D (15MP) and the H90 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the K20D (APS-C) and H90 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The K20D was announced 4 years before the H90 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony H90 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the K20D grades vs the H90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K20D & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K20D Gallery & Sony H90 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax K20D features exterior measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Sony H90 has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K20D vs Sony H90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the K20D vs the H90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K20D and H90 is 59 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the K20D and H90.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The K20D having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony H90 will produce extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older K20D will be behind in sensor tech.