Pentax Q vs Sony HX90V

Following is a extended comparison of the Pentax Q and Sony HX90V, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Q (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Q was released 4 years prior to the HX90V which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Q matches up vs the HX90V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Q & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax Q Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Pentax Q provides outside dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Pentax Q and Sony HX90V in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Q vs the HX90V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Q and HX90V is 93 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Q and HX90V.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX90V to give extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Q is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.