Pentax W90 vs Sony HX7V

Lets take a more detailed look at the Pentax W90 and Sony HX7V, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the W90 (12MP) and HX7V (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The W90 was manufactured 17 months prior to the HX7V making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the W90 grades vs the HX7V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio W90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax W90 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax W90 offers outer measurements of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Sony HX7V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax W90 and Sony HX7V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the W90 compared to the HX7V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the W90 and HX7V is 94 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The graphic here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the W90 and HX7V.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX7V to show extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The older W90 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.