Pentax X90 vs Sony A3000

Here, we will be looking at the Pentax X90 versus Sony A3000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and A3000 (20MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and A3000 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The X90 was introduced 4 years prior to the A3000 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the X90 matches up versus the A3000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X90 & Sony Alpha A3000. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax X90 features exterior measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony A3000 has specifications of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the X90 and the A3000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the X90 and A3000 is 69 and 69 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The graphic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the X90 and A3000.

All in all, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The X90 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony A3000 will produce greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older X90 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.