Pentax X90 vs Sony A300

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Pentax X90 vs Sony A300, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the A300 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the X90 (1/2.3") and A300 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The X90 was introduced 2 years later than the A300 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the X90 grades vs the A300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X90 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. The whole galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery & Sony A300 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax X90 offers outside measurements of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony A300 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the X90 against the A300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X90 and A300 is 69 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the X90 and A300.

To sum up, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The X90 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Pentax X90 will provide extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher X90 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.