Pentax WG-10 vs Sony T90
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Pentax WG-10 vs Sony T90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
- Announced February 2009

Pentax WG-10 vs Sony T90 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Pentax WG-10 and Sony T90, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the T90 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The WG-10 was revealed 4 years later than the T90 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the WG-10 matches up against the T90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax WG-10 vs Sony T90 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The full galleries are provided at Pentax WG-10 Gallery & Sony T90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Sony T90
WG-10 | T90 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 53 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Pentax WG-10
T90 | WG-10 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax WG-10 and Sony T90
WG-10 | T90 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Pentax WG-10 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-10 provides exterior dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony T90 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax WG-10 and Sony T90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-10 versus the T90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-10 and T90 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Pentax WG-10 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-10 and T90.
As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-10 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer WG-10 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Pentax WG-10 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax WG-10 vs Sony T90 Specifications
Pentax WG-10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax WG-10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2013-06-21 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.7 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 1.20 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
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 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 pounds) | 148g (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") |
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 | 260 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $0 | $259 |