Pentax P80 vs Sony HX90V

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Pentax P80 versus Sony HX90V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the P80 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P80 was announced 6 years earlier than the HX90V which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the P80 matches up against the HX90V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio P80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are available at Pentax P80 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax P80 offers outside measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the P80 versus the HX90V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P80 and HX90V is 95 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The image here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the P80 and HX90V.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX90V to result in extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged P80 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.