Pentax E90 vs Sony TF1

Let's look closer at the Pentax E90 and Sony TF1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the E90 (10MP) and TF1 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The E90 was brought out 4 years prior to the TF1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the E90 scores versus the TF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio E90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are available at Pentax E90 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax E90 features exterior dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the E90 against the TF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E90 and TF1 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The pic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E90 and TF1.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony TF1 to resolve more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged E90 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.