Pentax W90 vs Sony RX10 IV

Here is a thorough review of the Pentax W90 vs Sony RX10 IV, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the W90 (12MP) and RX10 IV (20MP) and the W90 (1/2.3") and RX10 IV (1") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The W90 was unveiled 8 years before the RX10 IV and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 IV being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the W90 grades versus the RX10 IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio W90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax W90 Gallery & Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax W90 enjoys physical dimensions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Sony RX10 IV has specifications of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") and a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the W90 versus the RX10 IV.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the W90 and RX10 IV is 94 and 52 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the W90 and RX10 IV.

Plainly, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The W90 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony RX10 IV will render extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older W90 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.