Pentax W90 vs Sony WX350
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Pentax W90 vs Sony WX350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
- Released February 2010
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Superseded the Sony WX300
- Successor is Sony WX500

Pentax W90 vs Sony WX350 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Pentax W90 versus Sony WX350, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the W90 (12MP) and WX350 (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The W90 was unveiled 5 years prior to the WX350 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the W90 grades versus the WX350 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax W90 vs Sony WX350 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio W90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The full galleries are provided at Pentax W90 Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Sony WX350
W90 | WX350 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Pentax W90
WX350 | W90 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 48 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax W90 and Sony WX350
W90 | WX350 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Pentax W90 vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax W90 has exterior measurements of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony WX350 has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax W90 versus Sony WX350 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the W90 against the WX350.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the W90 and WX350 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Pentax W90 vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The photograph here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the W90 and WX350.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX350 to provide extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older W90 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Pentax W90 vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax W90 vs Sony WX350 Specifications
Pentax Optio W90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax Optio W90 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-24 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 pounds) | 164 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI68 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $120 | $270 |