Pentax X90 vs Sony A9 II

Following is a comprehensive review of the Pentax X90 vs Sony A9 II, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and A9 II (24MP) and the X90 (1/2.3") and A9 II (Full frame) offer different sensor sizing.

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The X90 was introduced 10 years prior to the A9 II which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A9 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the X90 matches up against the A9 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X90 & Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery & Sony A9 II Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax X90 features outer measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony A9 II has sizing of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the X90 vs the A9 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and A9 II is 69 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The image here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the X90 and A9 II.

As you can tell, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The X90 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A9 II will provide you with more detail using its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged X90 will be behind in sensor tech.