Pentax X70 vs Sony T90

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Pentax X70 vs Sony T90, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the T90 (12MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The X70 was manufactured around the same time to the T90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the X70 scores versus the T90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax X70 Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax X70 has physical dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Sony T90 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax X70 vs Sony T90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the X70 vs the T90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X70 and T90 is 71 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the X70 and T90.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration.