Pentax W90 vs Sony W230

Let's take a deeper look at the Pentax W90 vs Sony W230, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the W90 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The W90 was revealed 13 months later than the W230 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the W90 matches up vs the W230 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio W90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are provided at Pentax W90 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax W90 has got outer measurements of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Sony W230 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Pentax W90 vs Sony W230 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the W90 versus the W230.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the W90 and W230 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The visual here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the W90 and W230.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you will want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent W90 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.