Pentax X90 vs Sony A200

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Pentax X90 vs Sony A200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the A200 (10MP) is pretty close but the X90 (1/2.3") and A200 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The X90 was launched 24 months later than the A200 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the X90 matches up versus the A200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X90 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax X90 features outside dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony A200 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the X90 vs the A200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and A200 is 69 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and A200.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The X90 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Pentax X90 will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer X90 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.