Pentax MX-1 vs Sony HX90V

Below, we are comparing the Pentax MX-1 versus Sony HX90V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the MX-1 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) and the MX-1 (1/1.7") and HX90V (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The MX-1 was unveiled 21 months before the HX90V making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the MX-1 scores vs the HX90V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax MX-1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax MX-1 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax MX-1 has physical dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the MX-1 versus the HX90V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the MX-1 and HX90V is 84 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The pic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the MX-1 and HX90V.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The MX-1 with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Sony HX90V will resolve greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged MX-1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.