Pentax X70 vs Sony W290

Following is a extensive analysis of the Pentax X70 and Sony W290, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The X70 was brought out at a similar time to the W290 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W290 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the X70 matches up against the W290 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X70 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax X70 enjoys external dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Sony W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the X70 vs the W290.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X70 and W290 is 71 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X70 and W290.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of images however you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.