Pentax W90 vs Sony RX100 II

Here is a detailed analysis of the Pentax W90 versus Sony RX100 II, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the W90 (12MP) and RX100 II (20MP) and the W90 (1/2.3") and RX100 II (1") feature different sensor measurements.

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The W90 was introduced 4 years prior to the RX100 II and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax W90 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the W90 grades versus the RX100 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio W90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax W90 Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Pentax W90 enjoys outer measurements 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 RX100 II has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Pentax W90 versus Sony RX100 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the W90 versus the RX100 II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the W90 and RX100 II is 94 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the W90 and RX100 II.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The W90 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony RX100 II will show more detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older W90 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.